How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO397 - You are not authorized to display the batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO -

• Message number: 397

• Message text: You are not authorized to display the batch

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO397 - You are not authorized to display the batch ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO397 indicates that a user is not authorized to display a specific batch. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management or production planning when a user attempts to access batch information for materials but lacks the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorization to view the batch information. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Batch Management Settings: The batch may be restricted due to specific settings in batch management, such as status or type of batch.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate user roles that grant access to batch data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access batch information.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to add the required authorization objects to their user profile. Common authorization objects related to batch management include:
  
  M_BEST_BSA (Purchasing Document)
  M_MATE_MAR (Material Master)
  M_BEST_EKO (Purchasing Document: Release)
  
  
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Batch Management Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the batch is not set to a status that restricts access. Check the batch status in transaction MSC3N (Display Batch) to see if it is blocked or restricted.
  Verify that the batch is not assigned to a specific user or group that limits visibility.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or batch settings, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  Test access to the batch again to confirm that the authorization issue has been addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to batch management and inventory control.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to batch authorization errors.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.