How To Fix MCAL_MESSAGES119 - You do not have necessary create / copy authorization; action terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCAL_MESSAGES - Message Class for Marketing Calendar .

• Message number: 119

• Message text: You do not have necessary create / copy authorization; action terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCAL_MESSAGES119 - You do not have necessary create / copy authorization; action terminated ?

  The SAP error message MCAL_MESSAGES119 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create or copy a specific object or data in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Logistics, where users are trying to perform actions that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting the action does not have the required authorization roles assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions within the assigned roles.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the action being performed may not be properly configured or may restrict the user's ability to create or copy data.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations for the action being attempted.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the roles are correct but the user still encounters issues, it may be necessary to modify the authorization objects associated with those roles to ensure they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the user’s authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and back in, then attempt the action again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to creating or copying data in SAP include M_MATE_WRK (Material Master), M_MATE_DATA (Material Master Data), and others depending on the specific module and action.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with your organization’s security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.