How To Fix /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29023 - You are not authorized to create this BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29 -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: You are not authorized to create this BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29023 - You are not authorized to create this BOM ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29023 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to create a Bill of Materials (BOM) in the system. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the BOM does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions within the existing roles.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for BOM creation, which typically involves access to transaction codes related to BOM management.
  Organizational Restrictions: There may be organizational policies or restrictions in place that limit who can create BOMs based on their position or department.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific permissions are lacking.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects for BOM creation. Common authorization objects for BOM management include:
  
  C_BOM_APPL (BOM: Application)
  C_BOM_MAINT (BOM: Maintenance)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate activity codes (e.g., create, change, display) for BOM transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, contact your SAP security or basis team. Provide them with the error message and the results from SU53 to assist in troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the processes and requirements for creating BOMs. Sometimes, the issue may arise from a lack of understanding of the system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for BOM management, such as:
  
  CS01 (Create BOM)
  CS02 (Change BOM)
  CS03 (Display BOM)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to BOM authorization errors. This can provide additional context or solutions.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding BOM creation and user authorizations to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully create the BOM in SAP.