How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM118 - You do not have authorization for the planning version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: You do not have authorization for the planning version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM118 - You do not have authorization for the planning version ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM118 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific planning version in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform actions related to planning versions for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the necessary authorization object assigned to their user profile. In SAP, authorizations are controlled through authorization objects, and if the relevant object for planning versions is not included, access will be denied.
  Planning Version Settings: The planning version itself may have specific settings that restrict access to certain users or roles.
  User Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific planning version.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the planning version.
  Ensure that the authorization object S_APO_VERS (or similar) is included in the user’s role, which controls access to planning versions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Version Settings:
  
  Verify the settings of the planning version in transaction /SAPAPO/VER (Planning Version Maintenance) to ensure that it is not restricted to certain users or roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations or roles, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP APO, particularly those related to planning versions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to authorization issues in APO, as they may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations to understand how to manage and assign them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the planning version in SAP APO.