How To Fix R1272 - No authorization to create partner with authorization group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 272

• Message text: No authorization to create partner with authorization group &1

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to create partners with authorization
group &V1&.
INCLUDE 'BUP_AUTHORIZATION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1272 - No authorization to create partner with authorization group &1 ?

  The SAP error message R1272 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a partner with a specific authorization group. This typically occurs in the context of partner functions in modules like SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or SAP Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile to create a partner in the specified authorization group. Authorization groups are used in SAP to control access to certain functionalities based on user roles.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and profiles. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for creating partners.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Profiles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the authorization profiles or roles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Add the necessary authorizations related to the partner creation for the specific authorization group.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or profiles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you identify the correct authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to create the partner again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects related to partner creation may include B_BUPA_GRP (Business Partner Group) and B_BUPA_ACT (Business Partner Activity).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices for role assignments.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the R1272 error message.