How To Fix MSAM_CL029 - No user authorization to create Functional location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSAM_CL - Message Class for MSAM

• Message number: 029

• Message text: No user authorization to create Functional location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSAM_CL029 - No user authorization to create Functional location ?

  The SAP error message MSAM_CL029 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a Functional Location in the system. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object for creating Functional Locations. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the transaction or action they are trying to perform.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may have access to certain organizational units but not to others, which can restrict their ability to create Functional Locations in specific areas.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for creating Functional Locations (e.g., I_S_LOC for Functional Location management).
  If the roles are missing the required authorizations, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can help you identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to create the Functional Location again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to Functional Locations, such as I_S_LOC (for Functional Location management).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the MSAM_CL029 error message.