How To Fix /SAPAPO/SPP_CHECK078 - Product &1 loc. &2: person resp. &3 has no DRP planner authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SPP_CHECK -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Product &1 loc. &2: person resp. &3 has no DRP planner authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SPP_CHECK078 - Product &1 loc. &2: person resp. &3 has no DRP planner authorization ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SPP_CHECK078 indicates that a specific user does not have the necessary authorization to act as a Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) planner for a given product and location. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to perform actions related to DRP but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user identified in the error message does not have the appropriate authorization roles assigned to perform DRP planning activities for the specified product and location.
  User Role Configuration: The roles and authorizations may not be correctly configured in the SAP system, leading to this error when the user tries to access or modify DRP-related data.
  Incorrect User Assignment: The person responsible for the product/location may not be correctly assigned in the system, or the user may not be the one intended to perform the planning activities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include DRP planner authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include DRP planning authorizations. This typically involves roles related to APO and DRP functionalities.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure the user is granted the correct authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Settings:
  
  Check the planning area settings to ensure that the user is assigned as a planner for the relevant product and location.
  You can do this in the APO system under the relevant planning area configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to authorization issues in APO to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  RSECADMIN - Authorization Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to DRP authorizations.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to DRP planning, such as S_APO_DRP or similar objects that govern access to DRP functionalities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.