How To Fix Q0185 - You are not authorized to display code groups of catalog type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 185

• Message text: You are not authorized to display code groups of catalog type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0185 - You are not authorized to display code groups of catalog type &1 ?

  The SAP error message Q0185, which states "You are not authorized to display code groups of catalog type &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to access code groups in a catalog but lacks the necessary authorization. This error is related to the authorization objects that control access to specific functionalities within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user role or profile attempting to access the code groups associated with a specific catalog type. The authorization checks are performed based on the user's assigned roles and the associated authorization objects.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed and provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for displaying code groups in SAP Quality Management (QM) are typically Q_MAT (Quality Management: Material) and Q_CATALOG (Quality Management: Catalog). Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user roles using transaction code PFCG. Add the required authorization objects to the user’s role or create a new role with the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to access the code groups again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (to analyze user authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage in Quality Management.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current job responsibilities.
  Implement a change management process for authorizations to track changes and maintain security compliance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the Q0185 error and gain the necessary access to display code groups of the specified catalog type.