How To Fix PPE_INST001 - You do not have authorization to create geometric instances

PPE_INST001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_INST - Messages for Geometric Instances

• Message number: 001

• Message text: You do not have authorization to create geometric instances

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_INST001 - You do not have authorization to create geometric instances ?

  The SAP error message PPE_INST001 ("You do not have authorization to create geometric instances") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules, particularly when dealing with geometric data or instances in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization for the user attempting to create geometric instances. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the necessary authorization object assigned to their user profile that allows them to create geometric instances.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific actions related to geometric instances.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings or restrictions that prevent certain users from performing this action.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPE_INST001 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that