How To Fix M_RSAO006 - Not authorized to execute MS document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M_RSAO - Analysis Office Messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Not authorized to execute MS document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M_RSAO006 - Not authorized to execute MS document &1 ?

  The SAP error message M_RSAO006 indicates that a user is not authorized to execute a specific Material Management (MM) document, identified by the document number &1. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's authorization checks, which are designed to ensure that users have the appropriate permissions to perform certain actions within the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of sufficient authorization for the user attempting to execute the specified document. This can occur due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects required to access or execute the document.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly, or the user may not have been assigned the correct roles.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific authorization requirements that the user does not meet.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M_RSAO006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the relevant authorization objects (e.g., M_MATE_WRK, M_MATE_MAR, etc.) are included in the roles assigned to the user.
  If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the authorization processes and understand the importance of having the correct roles assigned to them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for Material Management, such as:
  
  M_MATE_WRK: Material Master: Plant Data
  M_MATE_MAR: Material Master: General Data
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.