How To Fix Q0196 - You are not authorized to use this inspection method

Q0196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 196

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

INCLUDE Q0190 OBJECT DOKU ID NA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0196 - You are not authorized to use this inspection method ?

  The SAP error message Q0196, which states "You are not authorized to use this inspection method," typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when a user attempts to access or use an inspection method for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to access the specific inspection method. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Inspection Method Configuration: The inspection method may be configured in such a way that it restricts access to certain users or user groups.
  User Roles: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate user roles that grant access to the inspection method.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG