How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API001 - No authorization to &1 a &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API - Message class for material change management

• Message number: 001

• Message text: No authorization to &1 a &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API001 - No authorization to &1 a &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API001 typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action related to Material Master data changes in the Master Data Governance (MDG) module. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the error message usually represent specific objects or actions that the user is trying to access or modify.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object to perform the action on the specified material or data.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for the MDG processes.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization objects related to MDG may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user experiencing the error. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include authorizations for the MDG Material Master processes.
  You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) by entering the user ID and reviewing the assigned roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are required for the action being performed. Common authorization objects for MDG include MDG_MAT, MDG_MAT_CHNG, and others related to material management.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This transaction shows the last failed authorization check for the user.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the roles or create new roles that include the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned and that the user has logged out and back in to refresh their authorization profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user attempt the action again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the necessary authorizations for their roles and provide training if needed to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for MDG and Material Management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization settings for MDG.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.