How To Fix Q0191 - You are not authorized to change this inspection method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 191

• Message text: You are not authorized to change this inspection method

INCLUDE Q0190 OBJECT DOKU ID NA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0191 - You are not authorized to change this inspection method ?

  The SAP error message Q0191, which states "You are not authorized to change this inspection method," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify an inspection method in the Quality Management (QM) module without having the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to change inspection methods. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that restrict changes to inspection methods based on user roles or organizational policies.
  Document Status: The inspection method may be locked or in a status that does not allow changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Contact your SAP security administrator to verify your user roles and authorizations.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations for the transaction codes related to inspection methods (e.g., QMT1, QMT2).
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for Quality Management include Q_MCHB (for inspection methods) and Q_MAT (for material-related authorizations). Ensure that your user profile includes the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Change User Role:
  
  If you do not have the required authorizations, request that your role be updated to include the necessary permissions to change inspection methods.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Method Status:
  
  Ensure that the inspection method you are trying to change is not locked or in a status that prevents modifications. You may need to check with a colleague or a supervisor if the method is currently in use or restricted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding the management of inspection methods to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and statuses, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QMT1 (Create Inspection Method) and QMT2 (Change Inspection Method).
  User Roles: Understand the role-based access control in your organization and how it applies to SAP QM functionalities.
  Quality Management Module: Gain a deeper understanding of the Quality Management module in SAP, including how inspection methods are used in quality control processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the Q0191 error message.