How To Fix MMPUR_USERDEF024 - Authorization missing for connected plant &1 and company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_USERDEF - Message class for user defaults

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Authorization missing for connected plant &1 and company code &2

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to change the connected plant and company
code.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_USERDEF024 - Authorization missing for connected plant &1 and company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_USERDEF024 indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action related to a specific plant and company code but lacks the necessary authorization. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing or materials management processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization for the specified plant (&1) and company code (&2).
  User Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to access or perform actions in the specified plant and company code.
  Authorization Object: The relevant authorization object (e.g., M_BEST_BSA, M_BEST_EKG, etc.) may not be properly configured for the user.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following 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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the specified plant and company code.
  If necessary, modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user needs access to the plant and company code, you may need to adjust the authorization objects associated with the user’s roles.
  This may involve working with your SAP security team to ensure that the correct authorizations are granted.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for purchasing and materials management, as these will dictate what actions users can perform.
  SAP Security Roles: Understanding how roles are structured in your organization can help in troubleshooting authorization issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.