How To Fix SRM_SP_DOCUMENT004 - User is not authorized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_SP_DOCUMENT - SRM: Message Class for Document Client BAPI

• Message number: 004

• Message text: User is not authorized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_SP_DOCUMENT004 - User is not authorized ?

  The SAP error message SRM_SP_DOCUMENT004 ("User is not authorized") typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a certain action in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system does not have the necessary authorizations to execute that action. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create, change, or display documents.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned in the SAP system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to certain organizational units or data relevant to the action they are trying to perform.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, leading to insufficient access rights.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Consult with your SAP security team to understand which authorizations are required for the specific action.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Assignments:
  
  If the user is missing necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security administrator to adjust the role assignments or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Organizational Level Access:
  
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant organizational units. This may involve checking the organizational structure and ensuring the user is assigned to the correct units.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to 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
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to SRM transactions, such as S_SRM_DOC for document-related actions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations in SRM.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and adjusting the roles and authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.