How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCC473 - No authorization to display plan &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCC -

• Message number: 473

• Message text: No authorization to display plan &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC473 - No authorization to display plan &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC473 No authorization to display plan &1 typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to view a specific planning object or plan in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access a planning book, a specific planning area, or any other related object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects in their user profile to access the specified plan.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the APO planning area.
  Plan-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions set up in the system that limit access to certain plans based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to APO, such as S_APO_PLAN, S_APO_PLA, and others that may be relevant to the planning area or book.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for the planning area in question.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or BASIS team to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding authorization management in APO to ensure compliance with your organization’s security policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, 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 for APO, as they define what actions users can perform within the module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems in APO.
  User Management: Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current business needs and security policies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or a deeper analysis of the authorization setup in your system.