How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_API010 - You do not have the authorization to change a material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 010

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to change a material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_API010 - You do not have the authorization to change a material ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_API010 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to change a material in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific permissions that they do not possess.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to modify material data in the MDG system.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct user roles that include the necessary authorizations for material changes.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to material management (e.g., M_MATE_MAR, M_MATE_WRK, etc.) may not be properly configured for the user.
  Data Governance Settings: The MDG configuration may restrict certain users from making changes to material data based on the governance rules set up in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned. This can be done by checking the user’s