How To Fix MPE_EXEC_COMMON019 - You are not authorized to release holds on operations in plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_COMMON - MPE Exec Common Messages

• Message number: 019

• Message text: You are not authorized to release holds on operations in plant &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON019 - You are not authorized to release holds on operations in plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON019 indicates that a user is attempting to release holds on operations in a specific plant but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of production planning or maintenance processes where certain operations may be put on hold for various reasons, and only authorized personnel can release these holds.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to release holds on operations in the specified plant.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not include the necessary transaction codes or object authorizations related to the release of holds.
  Plant-Specific Restrictions: The authorization may be restricted to certain plants, and the user may not have access to the plant in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user’s roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorizations are missing.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, the security team should update the user’s roles to include the required permissions for releasing holds on operations.
  This may involve adding specific authorization objects related to the transaction or activity in question.
  
  
  
  Review Plant-Specific Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has access to the specific plant mentioned in the error message. This may require checking the user’s plant assignment in their profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt to release the hold again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to production and maintenance operations include:
  
  C_MAINT: Maintenance Order Authorization
  C_PROD: Production Order Authorization
  C_SCMG: SCM Authorization
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO02: Change Production Order
  IW32: Change Maintenance Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult SAP support for further assistance.