How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MAT018 - You are not authorized to change material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MAT -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You are not authorized to change material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT018 - You are not authorized to change material &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT018 indicates that a user is not authorized to change a specific material in the system. This error typically arises in the context of material master data management, where user permissions are strictly enforced to maintain data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorization to modify the material master data. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that prevents changes (e.g., locked for changes, marked for deletion).
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to the specific organizational levels (plant, storage location, etc.) associated with the material.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to change material data.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles or authorizations that allow material changes.
  
  
  
  Review Material Status:
  
  Check the status of the material in the material master record. If it is locked or marked for deletion, you may need to unlock it or change its status before modifications can be made.
  
  
  
  Organizational Level Access:
  
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant organizational levels (e.g., plant, storage location) associated with the material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing material master data and user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Check for relevant authorization objects such as M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: General Data) and M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Plant Data).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to authorization issues in material management for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.