How To Fix MW719 - You are not authorized to use allocation table type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 719

• Message text: You are not authorized to use allocation table type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW719 - You are not authorized to use allocation table type &1 ?

  The SAP error message MW719, which states "You are not authorized to use allocation table type &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or use a specific allocation table type for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in materials management or logistics.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to access the specified allocation table type.
  Missing Roles: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the allocation table type in question.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration settings that restrict access to certain allocation table types based on user roles or profiles.
  
  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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations for the allocation table type.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The authorization for allocation table types is typically controlled by specific authorization objects. You may need to review the relevant authorization objects (e.g., M_MATE_WRK, M_MATE_MA, etc.) to ensure that the user has the correct access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to allocation tables and authorization management to understand the specific requirements for the allocation table type in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to allocation tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.