How To Fix MPE_PLAN_PV052 - You are not authorised to create a production version in plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_PV - Production Version

• Message number: 052

• Message text: You are not authorised to create a production version in plant &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV052 - You are not authorised to create a production version in plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV052 indicates that a user is attempting to create a production version in a specific plant but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to create or modify production versions in the specified plant.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object related to production versions.
  Plant-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions set at the plant level that prevent certain users from creating production versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user’s roles to include the necessary authorization objects (e.g., C_MRP_VERS for production versions).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to modify roles or if you are unsure about the required authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can provide guidance on the necessary permissions and make adjustments as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that there are no specific settings or restrictions at the plant level that could be causing the issue. This may involve checking configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the processes and requirements for creating production versions, including understanding the authorization model in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to production planning and production versions. Common objects include:
  
  C_MRP_VERS: Authorization for production versions.
  C_MRP_MAT: Authorization for materials.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully create a production version in the specified plant.