How To Fix MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES057 - User &1 is not authorized to create/change POs with plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES - message for MMPUR RPO

• Message number: 057

• Message text: User &1 is not authorized to create/change POs with plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES057 - User &1 is not authorized to create/change POs with plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES057 indicates that a user is not authorized to create or change Purchase Orders (POs) for a specific plant. This error typically arises due to authorization issues within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Roles: The user does not have the necessary authorization roles assigned to perform actions related to Purchase Orders for the specified plant.
  Plant-Specific Restrictions: The user's authorization may be limited to certain plants, and the plant in question is not included in their authorization profile.
  User Profile Configuration: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow for the creation or modification of POs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  Verify if the user has the necessary roles that include authorization objects related to Purchase Orders (e.g., M_BEST_BSA, M_BEST_EKO, M_BEST_FRE, etc.) and specifically for the plant in question.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to assign additional roles or modify existing roles to include the required authorizations for the specific plant.
  This can be done using transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the required authorizations for the user.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the creation or modification of a Purchase Order again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for purchasing, as they define what actions users can perform in relation to Purchase Orders.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES057.