How To Fix RU170 - You are not authorized to carry out a confirmation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 170

• Message text: You are not authorized to carry out a confirmation

What causes this issue?

According to your user master you are not allowed to carry out any
confirmations.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator and get the appropriate
authorization.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU170 - You are not authorized to carry out a confirmation ?

  The SAP error message RU170, which states "You are not authorized to carry out a confirmation," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a confirmation action (such as confirming a production order or a process order) but lacks the necessary authorizations in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to perform the confirmation action.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to confirmations (like C_AUFK, C_PROD, etc.) may not be included in the user's profile.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may have restrictions based on organizational levels (like plant, storage location, etc.) that prevent them from carrying out the confirmation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 to view the user profile.
  Review Authorizations: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or SAP Basis team member should modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for confirmations.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the confirmation again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the organization's internal guidelines for specific authorization requirements related to confirmations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to confirmations include CO11N (Single Screen Confirmation) and CO15 (Order Confirmation).
  Authorization Objects: Key authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  C_PROD (Production Order)
  C_AUFK (Order Management)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to authorization errors.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the processes and understand the authorization requirements for their roles.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve the SAP Basis team or a functional consultant to further investigate the authorization setup in the system.