How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_BO041 - You are not authorized to use assembly header &1&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_BO -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: You are not authorized to use assembly header &1&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_BO041 - You are not authorized to use assembly header &1&2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_BO041 indicates that a user is not authorized to use a specific assembly header in the context of the SAP Production Lifecycle Management (PLM) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or manipulate an assembly or product structure for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to access the assembly header specified in the error message.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles or profiles that grant access to the relevant PLM functionalities.
  Object-Specific Authorization: There may be specific authorizations tied to the assembly header that the user lacks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization checks failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to PLM and assembly management.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the assembly header. This can be done by checking the user’s roles in transaction SU01.
  If necessary, assign additional roles that provide the required access.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Profiles:
  
  If the user needs access to specific assembly headers, consider modifying the authorization profiles to include the necessary permissions.
  This may involve working with your SAP security team to adjust the roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to authorization for PLM and assembly management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and back in, then attempt to access the assembly header again to verify if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  Check for relevant authorization objects such as S_TCODE, S_PLANT, S_PROD, etc., that may be related to PLM and assembly management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to /PLMI/PPE_BO041 for any specific guidance or updates from SAP.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.