How To Fix M5127 - Authorization for displaying all data in the selection version is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Authorization for displaying all data in the selection version is missing

What causes this issue?

You wish to display a selection version containing data from
information structure &V1&. The selection version you have chosen,
however, contains data for characteristic "&V2&" which you are not
authorized to view.

System Response

The selection version is not displayed.

How to fix this error?

You need to ask your system administrator to give you the necessary
authorizations to display the selection version you require.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5127 - Authorization for displaying all data in the selection version is missing ?

  The SAP error message M5127, which states "Authorization for displaying all data in the selection version is missing," typically occurs when a user attempts to access data in a selection version for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This is common in SAP environments where data access is controlled through authorization objects.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user to view the data associated with the selection version. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the necessary authorization object that grants access to the specific selection version.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the required permissions to access the data in the selection version.
  Selection Version Settings: The selection version may be configured to restrict access to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M5127 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the selection version in question.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have access, you may need to modify the authorization objects associated with the roles to include the necessary permissions. This may involve adding the relevant authorization fields or values.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check Selection Version Settings:
  
  Ensure that the selection version itself is not restricted to certain users or roles. This can be checked in the configuration settings for the selection version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Common authorization objects related to material management include M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Work Center) and M_MATE_DATA (Material Master: General Data).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the M5127 error.