How To Fix OAA_VENDOR027 - No authorization to read vendor stock records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OAA_VENDOR - Message Class for Vendor Integration

• Message number: 027

• Message text: No authorization to read vendor stock records

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OAA_VENDOR027 - No authorization to read vendor stock records ?

  The SAP error message OAA_VENDOR027 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read vendor stock records. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or vendor management within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations to access vendor stock records.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization object related to vendor stock records (such as M_MATE_WRK for material management) may not be properly configured for the user.
  User Role Issues: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code PFCG to review the roles and authorization objects associated with the user.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s role or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This typically involves adding the relevant authorization objects (like M_MATE_WRK) with the appropriate activity codes (like 03 for display).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator. They can assist in granting the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to vendor stock records. Common objects include:
  
  M_MATE_WRK: Material Management - Work Center
  M_BEST_BSA: Purchasing - Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  Training: Consider training sessions on SAP security and authorization management for users who frequently encounter authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OAA_VENDOR027 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to vendor stock records.