How To Fix /SCMTMS/AC017 - MV_BO_KEY not specified by authority check class &1 of BO &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/AC -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: MV_BO_KEY not specified by authority check class &1 of BO &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC017 - MV_BO_KEY not specified by authority check class &1 of BO &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC017 MV_BO_KEY not specified by authority check class &1 of BO &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue related to authorization checks for business objects (BO) in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The error indicates that the system is trying to perform an authorization check on a business object (BO), but the key for that object (MV_BO_KEY) is not specified. This usually means that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or manipulate the specified business object.
  Configuration Problems: There may be a misconfiguration in the authorization objects or the roles assigned to the user.
  Missing Customization: If the business object is custom or has been modified, the necessary authorization checks may not have been properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the appropriate roles and authorizations assigned. This can be done using transaction code SU01 to check user roles and PFCG to review the authorization profiles.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific business object in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects associated with the business object. You can use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorization checks failed.
  If necessary, adjust the roles or create new authorization objects to include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or Security team. They can help analyze the authorization logs and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If the business object is custom, review the custom code to ensure that the authorization checks are correctly implemented. This may involve debugging the code to see where the authorization check is failing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/*.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to authorization management in SAP TM for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.