How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON073 - No authorization for displaying assignment rules

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: No authorization for displaying assignment rules

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON073 - No authorization for displaying assignment rules ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON073 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display assignment rules in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access certain functionalities or data for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required authorization objects that allow them to view or manage assignment rules in the APO system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for APO.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to APO include:
  
  S_APO_ORD (for order-related authorizations)
  S_APO_MRP (for MRP-related authorizations)
  S_APO_SEASON (for season-related authorizations)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Understanding the specific authorization objects related to APO can help in troubleshooting. You can find more information about these objects in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues in APO.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on authorization management in SAP APO, which can provide insights into best practices for managing user roles and permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON073 error message.