How To Fix QS844 - No maintenance authority for classification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 844

• Message text: No maintenance authority for classification

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to maintain classes.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE QMNA_BERECHT_DETAIL_INFO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS844 - No maintenance authority for classification ?

  The SAP error message QS844 "No maintenance authority for classification" typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify classification data in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with material master data, classification systems, or other related areas.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to maintain classification data.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects related to classification.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the classification objects that the user is trying to access.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show the last authorization check and help identify what is missing.
  Use transaction code PFCG to review and modify user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the relevant team to request the necessary access rights.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the relevant authorization objects (e.g., C_T001, C_T023, C_T023D, etc.) are included in the user’s roles. These objects control access to classification data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back into the system to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to perform the action that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and CL01 (Create Class) for classification management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to classification authorization errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management and classification to understand the necessary roles and permissions better.
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation.