M8617 - You have no authorization to release the selected items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 617

• Message text: You have no authorization to release the selected items

What causes this issue?

You have no authorization to release the selected invoice.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you have selected the correct invoice for release. If so,
contact your systems administrator to have your authorizations extended.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8617 - You have no authorization to release the selected items ?

  The SAP error message M8617, "You have no authorization to release the selected items," typically occurs when a user attempts to release or approve a document (such as a purchase order, production order, or other materials management documents) but lacks the necessary authorization to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned to their user profile in SAP.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or object authorizations for the release process.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for release, or it may require additional approvals before it can be released.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's authorization profile using transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, use transaction code SU01 to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or SAP Basis team member should review and adjust the user's roles. This may involve adding the appropriate authorization objects related to the release process (e.g., M_BEST_BSA, M_BEST_EKO, etc.).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Document Status Review:
  
  Ensure that the document you are trying to release is in the correct status and does not require additional approvals or conditions to be met before it can be released.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the authorization requirements for releasing documents in SAP and that they understand the workflow process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for the specific transaction you are trying to perform. This can vary based on the type of document and the specific SAP module (e.g., MM, SD).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to release processes include ME29N (Release Purchase Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the M8617 error message in SAP.