How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO606 - Payment order could not be updated; authorization is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO -

• Message number: 606

• Message text: Payment order could not be updated; authorization is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO606 - Payment order could not be updated; authorization is missing ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO606 indicates that a payment order could not be updated due to a missing authorization. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that they do not have the necessary permissions for within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object to perform the action related to the payment order.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the transaction or function module being executed.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile assigned to the user may not cover the required authorization objects.
  Transaction Restrictions: There may be restrictions on certain transactions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 to review the user’s roles and profiles. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for payment order updates.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects. This can be done using transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to payment processing include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document), F_BKPF_AKT (Accounting Document: Activity), and others depending on the specific transaction.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Display Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message.