How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EV101 - Authorization: Confirmation pending from '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EV -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Authorization: Confirmation pending from '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EV101 - Authorization: Confirmation pending from '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EV101 Authorization: Confirmation pending from '&1' typically indicates that there is an authorization issue related to a purchase order (PO) confirmation process. This message suggests that the system is waiting for confirmation from a specific user or entity (represented by &1), and that the current user does not have the necessary authorizations to proceed with the action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorizations to confirm the purchase order.
  Pending Confirmation: The system is configured to require confirmation from a specific user or role before proceeding with the action.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be a workflow in place that requires approval or confirmation from a designated approver.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to confirm the purchase order.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Contact the Authorizer:
  
  If the message indicates that confirmation is pending from a specific user, reach out to that user to ensure they are aware of the pending confirmation and can take action.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Settings:
  
  If a workflow is involved, check the workflow configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the appropriate users are assigned to the workflow tasks.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the authorization issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the user's roles and authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the processes and understand the authorization requirements for confirming purchase orders.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles.
  PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to check for pending work items in workflows.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  Common authorization objects related to purchase orders include M_BEST_BSA (Purchase Order: Authorization for Purchase Order) and M_BEST_EKG (Purchase Order: Authorization for Purchase Order Confirmation).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.