How To Fix Q0425 - You are not authorized to use a master inspection characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 425

• Message text: You are not authorized to use a master inspection characteristic

INCLUDE Q0420 OBJECT DOKU ID NA

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0425 - You are not authorized to use a master inspection characteristic ?

  The SAP error message Q0425, which states "You are not authorized to use a master inspection characteristic," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or utilize a master inspection characteristic (MIC) in the Quality Management (QM) module without having the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to access the master inspection characteristic. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Master Inspection Characteristic Settings: The MIC may be restricted or not properly configured for the user's role.
  User Profile: The user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units or may not have the necessary roles assigned in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the user's authorization profile.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to the relevant authorization objects for master inspection characteristics (e.g., Q_MCHB for MIC access).
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for Quality Management include:
  
  Q_MCHB (Master Inspection Characteristic)
  Q_MCHD (Master Inspection Characteristic Data)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, assign the appropriate roles that include access to the MIC.
  If roles are already assigned, check if they are correctly configured to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Organizational Units:
  
  Verify that the user is assigned to the correct organizational units that have access to the master inspection characteristics in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations or roles, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user profiles and PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization for master inspection characteristics.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management and authorization concepts to better understand how to manage user access.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.