How To Fix MSR_SD031 - You are not authorized for plant &1; item &2 is blocked for approval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR_SD - Multistep returns

• Message number: 031

• Message text: You are not authorized for plant &1; item &2 is blocked for approval

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR_SD031 - You are not authorized for plant &1; item &2 is blocked for approval ?

  The SAP error message MSR_SD031 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform an action related to a specific plant and item, which is blocked for approval. This error typically arises in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when dealing with sales orders, deliveries, or other related documents.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the specified plant and item. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Blocked for Approval: The item in question may be subject to an approval process, and the user does not have the rights to approve or process it.
  Plant-Specific Restrictions: The plant may have specific restrictions or settings that prevent certain users from accessing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see what authorizations are missing.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the plant and item in question. This may involve working with your SAP security team to adjust roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Approval Process:
  
  If the item is blocked for approval, check the approval workflow settings. Ensure that the user is part of the approval process or has the necessary rights to approve the item.
  If the user should be able to approve the item, the workflow configuration may need to be reviewed and adjusted.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security or basis team. They can provide insights into the authorization objects and help adjust the user's access as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific settings or restrictions at the plant level that might be causing the issue. This could include settings related to user roles or specific configurations for the plant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with relevant authorization objects that may be related to sales and distribution, such as V_VBAK_VKO (Sales Document: Authorization for Sales Organization) and V_VBAK_VKORG (Sales Document: Authorization for Sales Area).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on authorization management and approval workflows.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.