How To Fix PP_SFC_MESSAGES033 - No authorization to change production order.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_SFC_MESSAGES - Message Class for Production/Process Orders

• Message number: 033

• Message text: No authorization to change production order.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES033 - No authorization to change production order. ?

  The SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES033 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change a production order. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role profile. In SAP, access to various transactions and data is controlled through authorization objects. If a user attempts to perform an action (like changing a production order) without the required permissions, SAP will generate this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed, providing insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for changing production orders.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as:
  
  C_AUFK (Authorization for Order Management)
  C_PRODORD (Authorization for Production Orders)
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles, ask the user to log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, have them attempt to change the production order again.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, you may need to consult your SAP security team or administrator to assist with the authorization adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Understanding the specific authorization objects related to production orders can help in troubleshooting. Common objects include:
  
  C_AUFK: Authorization for order management.
  C_PRODORD: Authorization for production orders.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts and how to manage user roles effectively.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the PP_SFC_MESSAGES033 error.