How To Fix MDU011 - Status change &1 -> &2 requires special authorizations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDU - Master Data Update: Master Data Lot

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Status change &1 -> &2 requires special authorizations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDU011 - Status change &1 -> &2 requires special authorizations ?

  The SAP error message MDU011, which states "Status change &1 -> &2 requires special authorizations," typically occurs when a user attempts to change the status of a document or object in SAP but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This is often related to workflow processes, document management, or specific business transactions that have defined status transitions requiring elevated permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations to change the status from &1 to &2.
  Status Management Configuration: The status management settings in the system may require specific authorizations for certain status transitions.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object type.
  
  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 is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, a security administrator should modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the status change.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects that govern status changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific transaction or process to understand the required authorizations for status changes.
  Check if there are any specific guidelines or policies in your organization regarding status changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made to the user’s roles, have the user attempt the status change again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you believe the authorizations are correctly set, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to status changes may include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, or specific objects related to the module in use (e.g., MM, SD, etc.).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for the specific module or process you are working with to understand the authorization requirements better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MDU011 error and implement a solution to resolve it.