How To Fix PPEFOC206 - No authorization to change: focus master record &1 with focus type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEFOC - Messages for Focus

• Message number: 206

• Message text: No authorization to change: focus master record &1 with focus type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEFOC206 - No authorization to change: focus master record &1 with focus type &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPEFOC206 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change a focus master record in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where focus master records are used to manage product data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user is trying to modify a focus master record identified by &1 (the record ID) and of type &2 (the focus type), but their current authorization settings do not permit such changes.
  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 SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for changing focus master records.
  If the user does not have the appropriate role, you may need to assign a role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user has the correct role but still encounters the error, you may need to modify the authorization objects associated with that role. This may involve adding or adjusting the necessary authorizations for the focus master record.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to change the focus master record again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorizations are managed through authorization objects, which define the permissions for various activities. Common authorization objects related to master data changes may include P_PFOC_A (for focus master records).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific details on focus master records and the associated authorization requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the PPEFOC206 error.