How To Fix RU504 - No authorization for & selected orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 504

• Message text: No authorization for & selected orders

What causes this issue?

Confirmations were found for &V1& orders and you are not authorized to
display these confirmations. This is why these confirmations are not
listed.
For the authorization check the authorization object C_AFRU_AWK is used
with the parameters activity ('03' to display), order type and planned
order plant.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU504 - No authorization for & selected orders ?

  The SAP error message RU504 "No authorization for & selected orders" typically indicates that a user is attempting to access or perform actions on certain orders for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in logistics and order management.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to access the selected orders. This could be due to missing roles in their user profile or restrictions set by the organization.
  Order Status: The orders may be in a status that requires specific authorizations to view or modify.
  Organizational Levels: The user may not have access to the organizational units (e.g., plants, sales organizations) associated with the orders.
  Transaction Codes: The transaction code being used may have specific authorization checks that the user does not meet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the user's assigned roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to the relevant transactions and objects.
  
  
  Authorization Object: Identify the specific authorization objects related to the orders in question. Common authorization objects for order management include:
  
  S_EBI_ORD (Order Management)
  S_VB_APPL (Sales Document)
  S_VB_AUTH (Sales Document Authorization)
  S_BC_ORD (Order Authorization)
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed.
  
  
  Role Adjustment: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the roles or create new ones that grant the required access.
  
  
  Order Status Review: Check the status of the orders. If they are in a restricted status, consult with your business process owner to understand if additional authorizations are needed.
  
  
  Organizational Access: Ensure that the user has access to the relevant organizational units associated with the orders.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding authorization management and best practices for role assignments.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to request additional authorizations if they encounter access issues frequently.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.