How To Fix PPEFILT007 - You are not authorized to use the filter &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEFILT - iPPE-Workbench Filter

• Message number: 007

• Message text: You are not authorized to use the filter &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEFILT007 - You are not authorized to use the filter &1 ?

  The SAP error message PPEFILT007 indicates that a user is not authorized to use a specific filter in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize filters for data selection, such as in the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to access or use the specified filter.
  Filter Configuration: The filter may be configured in such a way that it is restricted to certain user roles or groups.
  Missing Roles: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the filter.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for authorization failures. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include access to the filter in question.
  
  
  
  Review Filter Settings:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration of the filter in the relevant application. Ensure that it is not restricted to certain user groups or roles that do not include the affected user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific application you are using to understand the filter's intended use and any associated authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and filter settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to filters in your specific SAP application.
  User Roles: Understand the role-based access control in SAP and how roles are structured in your organization.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific filter you are trying to use, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the filter in question.