How To Fix QE859 - You are not allowed to analyze for master characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QE - RM-QSS Fehlertexte zur Ergebniserfassung

• Message number: 859

• Message text: You are not allowed to analyze for master characteristics

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE859 - You are not allowed to analyze for master characteristics ?

  The SAP error message QE859, "You are not allowed to analyze for master characteristics," typically occurs in the context of SAP Quality Management (QM) or when working with characteristics in the context of Quality Inspection. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform analysis on master characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorizations to analyze master characteristics. This can be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific settings in the system that restrict access to certain characteristics or data.
  Master Data Restrictions: The characteristics being analyzed may be set up in a way that restricts access based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and analyze master characteristics.
  Use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures after the error occurs. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles or add the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant authorization objects related to Quality Management and master characteristics.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the characteristics in question. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the user from analyzing them.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP functional team to review the settings related to master characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific characteristics and the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or configurations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (for inspection lot analysis) and QS22 (for characteristics).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for accessing and analyzing master characteristics to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after checking authorizations and configurations, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.