How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO474 - You are not authorized to save the item with current values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO -

• Message number: 474

• Message text: You are not authorized to save the item with current values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO474 - You are not authorized to save the item with current values ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO474 indicates that a user is not authorized to save a purchase order item with the current values. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders, where certain fields or values may require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to modify or save the specific fields in the purchase order item. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Field Status: Certain fields may be set to "display only" or "not modifiable" based on the configuration in the system, which can lead to this error if the user attempts to change them.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type of the purchase order may have specific restrictions that prevent certain users from making changes.
  Custom Validations: There may be custom validations or user exits that enforce additional checks on the data being saved, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify the purchase order items.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Field Status Configuration:
  
  Check the field status settings in the configuration for the purchase order. Ensure that the fields the user is trying to modify are set to be editable for their user role.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the specific document type being used. Ensure that the user is allowed to make changes to that document type.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP security or basis team to investigate further. They can help identify any missing authorizations or configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom validations or enhancements in place, review them to ensure they are not inadvertently blocking the save operation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles.
  PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to replicate the error and test changes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on authorization issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to authorization objects for purchasing (e.g., M_BEST_BSA, M_BEST_EKO, etc.) to understand the specific authorizations required for purchase order processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.