How To Fix MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG007 - No authorization to extract texts for back-end purchasing documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG - Message class for Purchasing Reference Data Extraction

• Message number: 007

• Message text: No authorization to extract texts for back-end purchasing documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG007 - No authorization to extract texts for back-end purchasing documents ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG007 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to extract texts for back-end purchasing documents. This typically occurs in the context of SAP MM (Materials Management) when a user attempts to access or manipulate purchasing documents but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary authorizations related to the extraction of texts for purchasing documents in the back-end system. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role may not include the required authorization objects for accessing text data.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to allow access to the necessary transactions or data.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated to reflect the necessary permissions after changes in the system or organizational structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for extracting texts from purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the following authorization objects are included:
  
  M_BEST_BSA (Purchasing Document: Authorization for Purchasing Group)
  M_BEST_EKO (Purchasing Document: Authorization for Vendor)
  M_BEST_VKO (Purchasing Document: Authorization for Purchasing Organization)
  M_BEST_TEX (Purchasing Document: Authorization for Texts)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage in the MM module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to handle authorization issues and the importance of proper role assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG007 error and ensure that users have the necessary permissions to extract texts for back-end purchasing documents.