How To Fix /SCMB/MDL_BASIC032 - No authorization for location: &1 product: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MDL_BASIC -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: No authorization for location: &1 product: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MDL_BASIC032 - No authorization for location: &1 product: &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MDL_BASIC032 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific location and product within the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error typically arises in scenarios where users are trying to perform actions related to master data or transactions that involve specific locations and products.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile for the specified location (&1) and product (&2). This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects that grant access to the specified location and product.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the required authorizations.
  Location/Product Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions set up in the system that limit access to certain locations or products based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, 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 the user’s roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects.
  Common authorization objects related to SCM include S_SCMB, S_MATERIAL, and S_LOCATION. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Assign Correct Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned the correct roles that provide access to the required locations and products. This may involve consulting with a security administrator or SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP SCM that pertain to locations and products.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of having the correct authorizations and how to request changes if needed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP security team or consult SAP support for further assistance.