How To Fix RETAIL_ST_TS_MSG008 - You are not authorized &1 to view product detail

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETAIL_ST_TS_MSG -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: You are not authorized &1 to view product detail

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETAIL_ST_TS_MSG008 - You are not authorized &1 to view product detail ?

  The SAP error message RETAIL_ST_TS_MSG008 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to view product details in the SAP Retail system. This is a common issue related to user permissions and roles within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations to access product details.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the required permissions.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: Specific authorization objects related to product details may not be properly configured for the user.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings or configurations that restrict access to certain product details.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01).
  Ensure that the user has been assigned roles that include access to product details.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  If you have access, you can also use transaction PFCG to review and modify roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for viewing product details.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: General Data) or any other relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test to see if the user can now access the product details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to product details in SAP Retail.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to request access or report authorization issues effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message RETAIL_ST_TS_MSG008.