How To Fix /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG020 - No authorization for copying.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No authorization for copying.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG020 - No authorization for copying. ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG020 No authorization for copying typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a copy operation in the context of the SAP application related to the message. This error is often encountered in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or similar applications where copying data is a common task.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects that allow them to perform copy operations in the specific transaction or application.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the specific action they are trying to perform.
  Transaction-Specific Restrictions: Certain transactions may have additional restrictions based on the configuration or business rules set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the missing authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the copying action.
  If the roles do not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made to the user roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects that may be relevant include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and specific objects related to the application you are working with.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific details on authorization management and role configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on authorization-related problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG020 No authorization for copying.