How To Fix MPE_EXEC_COMMON009 - You are not authorized for produce OAs at work center &2 in plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_COMMON - MPE Exec Common Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: You are not authorized for produce OAs at work center &2 in plant &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON009 - You are not authorized for produce OAs at work center &2 in plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON009 indicates that a user is not authorized to produce Operational Activities (OAs) at a specific work center in a given plant. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and execution within SAP, particularly when a user attempts to perform actions related to production orders or work centers without the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to execute production activities at the specified work center and plant.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the specific work center or plant.
  Work Center Settings: The work center may have specific settings or restrictions that limit access to certain users.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for the relevant work center and plant.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the work center and plant.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to production activities (e.g., C_PROD for production order management) are included in the user's role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Work Center Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the work center in transaction code CR01 or CR02. Ensure that there are no restrictions set that would prevent the user from executing activities at that work center.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the functionality again to confirm that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with relevant authorization objects such as C_PROD, C_AUFK, and others that pertain to production and work center activities.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  CR01/CR02: Create/Change Work Center
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON009.