How To Fix MMPUR_CONFIRM_PR005 - You are not authorized to perform the requested operation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CONFIRM_PR -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: You are not authorized to perform the requested operation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CONFIRM_PR005 - You are not authorized to perform the requested operation ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CONFIRM_PR005 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a specific operation related to purchase requisitions (PR) or purchase order confirmations. This error typically arises in the context of the Materials Management (MM) module when a user attempts to confirm a purchase requisition or perform an action that requires specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The most common cause of this error is that the user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This could be due to:
  
  Lack of roles or authorizations related to purchase requisition processing.
  Restrictions on certain actions within the MM module.
  
  
  
  User Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to confirm purchase requisitions or perform related operations.
  
  
  Organizational Level Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on organizational levels (e.g., plant, company code) that prevent the user from performing the action.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Work with your SAP security team or system administrator to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the transaction they are trying to perform. This may involve checking the authorization objects related to MM and purchase requisitions.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, the security team can assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for confirming purchase requisitions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the operation again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to purchase requisitions include:
  
  M_BEST_BSA: Purchase Requisition: Authorization for Document Type
  M_BEST_EKO: Purchase Requisition: Authorization for Account Assignment
  M_BEST_FGR: Purchase Requisition: Authorization for Plant
  M_BEST_WAERS: Purchase Requisition: Authorization for Currency
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), and ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to understand the context of the operations being performed.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in the MM module.
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking authorizations, it may be necessary to consult SAP support for further assistance.