How To Fix MG061 - You are not authorized to change the deletion flag at client level

MG061 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 061

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the deletion flag at client level

What causes this issue?

You wanted to set or cancel a deletion flag for a material. However,
you do not have the authorization to set the deletion flag at client
level.

System Response

The indicator for the deletion flag at client level is not ready for
input.

How to fix this error?

If you require this authorization, contact your system administrator.
Information for system administrators
The authorization object concerned is M_MATE_MAN (material master: key
data).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG061 - You are not authorized to change the deletion flag at client level ?

  The SAP error message MG061, which states "You are not authorized to change the deletion flag at client level," typically occurs when a user attempts to change the deletion flag for a material or other object at the client level without having the necessary authorizations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to change the deletion flag for materials at the client level. This is often due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Client-Specific Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict certain actions at the client level, which can include changing deletion flags.
  User Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action being attempted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure. This will show which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations