How To Fix SD120 - You are not authorized for this document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 120

• Message text: You are not authorized for this document

What causes this issue?

You have no authorization to maintain objects from the package to which
this object belongs.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Ask the system administrator to assign you authorization for the
appropriate package.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD120 - You are not authorized for this document ?

  The SAP error message "SD120: You are not authorized for this document" typically occurs when a user attempts to access a document (such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice) for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is strictly enforced to ensure data security and integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object or role assigned to access the specific document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that restricts access based on user roles.
  User Profile: The user profile may not include the necessary permissions for the transaction or document type.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to the specific organizational units (like sales organization, distribution channel, etc.) associated with the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include access to the relevant authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the document. If it is in a restricted status, check if there are any specific access controls applied to that status.
  
  
  
  Organizational Units:
  
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant organizational units associated with the document. This may involve checking the user’s organizational assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can provide detailed insights and make necessary adjustments to user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to sales and distribution (SD) documents, such as V_VBAK_VKO (Sales Document: Authorization for Sales Area) and V_VBAK_AAT (Sales Document: Authorization for Document Type).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to understand the structure and requirements for accessing specific documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the "SD120" error message.