How To Fix PP_SFC_MESSAGES034 - No authorization to change process order.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 034

• Message text: No authorization to change process order.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES034 - No authorization to change process order. ?

  The SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES034 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change a process 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 error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object for changing process orders. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action they are trying to perform.
  User Status: The process order may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed, closed).
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to the specific organizational units (plants, storage locations, etc.) related to the process order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to review the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for changing process orders. This may involve checking the roles in transaction PFCG.
  If the user needs additional roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user requires access to specific authorization objects (e.g., C_AUFK, C_AUFV, etc.), ensure that these are included in the user’s roles.
  You may need to create or modify roles in transaction PFCG to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Process Order Status:
  
  Verify the status of the process order. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change the status or consult with a process owner to determine the next steps.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to process orders include:
  
  C_AUFK: Authorization for order management
  C_AUFV: Authorization for order processing
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES034.