How To Fix /STTPEC/INT_MSG417 - You are not authorized to maintain material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/INT_MSG -

• Message number: 417

• Message text: You are not authorized to maintain material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/INT_MSG417 - You are not authorized to maintain material &1 ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/INT_MSG417 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to maintain a specific material in the system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform actions related to material management, such as creating, changing, or displaying material master records, but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations for the material management activities.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects (e.g., M_MATE_MAR, M_MATE_WRK, etc.) are not assigned to the user’s profile.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that restricts changes (e.g., blocked for changes).
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to the specific organizational levels (plant, storage location, etc.) associated with the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the user’s assigned roles and authorizations. This can be done by an SAP security administrator.
  Review Authorization Objects: Ensure that the necessary authorization objects related to material management are included in the user’s profile. Common objects include:
  
  M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: General Data)
  M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Plant Data)
  M_MATE_BAS (Material Master: Basic Data)
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, the security administrator should adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked or restricted for changes. If it is, the status may need to be updated.
  Organizational Level Access: Confirm that the user has access to the relevant organizational levels (e.g., plant, storage location) associated with the material.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user authorizations and PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  Authorization Trace: Use transaction SU53 to analyze the last authorization check and identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.