How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION008 - You are not authorized to create a planning version with the name &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a planning version with the name &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION008 - You are not authorized to create a planning version with the name &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION008 indicates that a user is attempting to create a planning version in SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. The message typically includes a placeholder for the name of the planning version that the user is trying to create.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization for the user role that is attempting to create the planning version. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object for creating planning versions.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be configured correctly to allow for the creation of planning versions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for creating planning versions in SAP APO is S_APO_VERS. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions associated with this object.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or assign them to a role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify and assign the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations or roles, have the user attempt to create the planning version again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SU53: Display authorization check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization in APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION008.