How To Fix M5073 - Enter application that lies outside & and & (customer area)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Enter application that lies outside & and & (customer area)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5073 - Enter application that lies outside & and & (customer area) ?

  The SAP error message M5073 "Enter application that lies outside & and & (customer area)" typically occurs when a user attempts to access or process data in a specific application area that is not permitted or is outside the defined range for the customer area. This error is often related to the configuration of the application or the user’s authorization settings.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Application Area: The application area specified in the transaction or process does not fall within the defined range for the customer area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified application area.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, leading to the application area being considered invalid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Application Area: Verify the application area you are trying to access. Ensure that it is within the defined range for the customer area.
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorization profile to ensure that they have the necessary permissions to access the application area. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or SU53.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the application area. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that the application area is correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the application area and any restrictions that may apply.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU53 (Authorization Check), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error M5073 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.