How To Fix PO320 - No authorization to repeat printout

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 320

• Message text: No authorization to repeat printout

What causes this issue?

You need an authorization with the value REPR for the authorization
object SPOOLER ACTIONS.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO320 - No authorization to repeat printout ?

  The SAP error message "PO320 No authorization to repeat printout" typically occurs when a user attempts to repeat a printout for a purchase order (PO) but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This error is related to the authorization checks in the SAP system, which are designed to ensure that only users with the appropriate permissions can execute certain functions.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object to repeat the printout of the purchase order.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the printout function.
  Missing Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to printing purchase orders may not be assigned to the user's profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization failure. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for printing purchase orders.
  
  
  
  Modify Role:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the role to include the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to purchase order printing include:
  
  M_BEST_BSA (Purchasing Document: Authorization for Document Type)
  M_BEST_EKO (Purchasing Document: Authorization for Purchasing Group)
  M_BEST_VKO (Purchasing Document: Authorization for Vendor)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, test the printout function again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME9F: Message Output: Purchase Orders
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the "PO320 No authorization to repeat printout" error.