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Message type: E = Error
Message class: PV - Training and Event Management
Message number: 677
Message text: You are not authorized to maintain structure PPVARC
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PV677
- You are not authorized to maintain structure PPVARC ?The SAP error message PV677, which states "You are not authorized to maintain structure PPVARC," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified structure in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to maintain planning variants or other related configurations in the Production Planning (PP) module.
Cause:
- Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects to access or modify the PPVARC structure.
- Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary permissions for the PP module.
- Profile Configuration: The user’s profile may not be configured correctly to allow access to the required transaction codes or data.
Solution:
Check User Authorizations:
- Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
- Review the authorization objects related to the PP module, particularly those that govern access to planning variants and structures.
Role Adjustment:
- If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can adjust the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the user has a role that includes the necessary authorizations for maintaining the PPVARC structure.
- If you do not have the necessary rights, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate role assignment.
Authorization Object Review:
- The relevant authorization objects for Production Planning may include:
- C_APL_ORD: Authorization for order management.
- C_PP_VA: Authorization for planning variants.
- Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
Testing:
- After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
- Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
Related Information:
If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.
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