How To Fix MW689 - You are not authorized to use the order type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 689

• Message text: You are not authorized to use the order type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW689 - You are not authorized to use the order type &1 ?

  The SAP error message MW689, which states "You are not authorized to use the order type &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or perform actions on a specific order type for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Production Planning (PP), Controlling (CO), or others that utilize order types.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to use the specified order type. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Order Type Configuration: The order type may be configured in such a way that it restricts access based on user roles or profiles.
  User Role Changes: If there have been recent changes to user roles or authorizations, the user may have lost access to certain order types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the necessary roles that include access to the order type are assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user’s roles to include access to the required order type.
  Ensure that the roles are properly configured to include the necessary authorizations for the specific order type.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the functionality again to confirm that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user details)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the MW689 error message.