How To Fix TPM_CTY020 - Missing display authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_CTY - Message class for Commodities

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Missing display authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_CTY020 - Missing display authorization ?

  The SAP error message TPM_CTY020 indicates that a user is missing the necessary display authorization to view certain data in the Transactional Profitability Management (TPM) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access a report or transaction for which they do not have the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of the TPM_CTY020 error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization objects related to the TPM module.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the required permissions.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in the authorization roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TPM_CTY020 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed.
  Identify the missing authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the required authorization objects to the role that the user is assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the user’s requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to TPM may include F_TPM_CTY (for Transactional Profitability Management) and others specific to the reports or transactions being accessed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to TPM authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TPM_CTY020 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the required data.