How To Fix VNOM_XPRA006 - Insufficient authorization to execute the conversion program

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VNOM_XPRA - Message for XPRAs in VNOM Package

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Insufficient authorization to execute the conversion program

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VNOM_XPRA006 - Insufficient authorization to execute the conversion program ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message VNOM_XPRA006: Insufficient authorization to execute the conversion program:
  
  Error Message
  VNOM_XPRA006: Insufficient authorization to execute the conversion program
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when a user tries to execute a conversion program (usually related to vendor master data or vendor migration) but does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their SAP user profile. The system checks for specific authorization objects and if the user lacks these, the system prevents execution and throws this error.
  Typically, this happens during vendor master data migration or conversion activities, such as when running programs related to vendor master data conversion (e.g., during SAP S/4HANA migration or vendor master data upload).
  
  Solution
  
  
  Identify the Required Authorization Objects:
  
  The conversion program requires specific authorization objects to be assigned to the user.
  Common authorization objects related to vendor master data conversion include:
  
  S_PROGRAM (Authorization for executing programs)
  S_TCODE (Authorization for transaction codes)
  S_VENDOR (Vendor master data authorization)
  Possibly custom authorization objects depending on the program.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check the Program Name:
  
  Identify the exact conversion program name from the error or from the transaction you are running.
  For example, if the program is SAPLV60A or a custom conversion program, check which authorizations it requires.
  
  
  
  Assign the Required Authorizations:
  
  Work with your SAP Security team to assign the necessary authorizations to your user role.
  For example:
  
  Add authorization for the program in S_PROGRAM with the program name.
  Ensure you have the necessary vendor master data authorizations in S_VENDOR.
  If the program is executed via a transaction, ensure you have authorization for that transaction in S_TCODE.
  
  
  
  
  
  Test Execution:
  
  After authorization assignment, try running the conversion program again.
  If the error persists, check the authorization trace (using transaction ST01) to identify missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  
  Authorization Trace (ST01):
  
  Use transaction ST01 to trace authorization checks and find out exactly which authorization object and field values are missing.
  
  
  Common Transactions Involved:  
  
  Vendor master data conversion programs are often run via transactions like XK99, XK01, or custom transactions.
  Check if the user has authorization for these transactions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes SAP releases notes related to authorization issues for specific conversion programs. Check the SAP Support Portal for notes related to your program or error message.
  
  
  Security Best Practices:
  
  Only assign the minimum required authorizations to users to comply with segregation of duties and security policies.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  User lacks required authorizations to execute the vendor master data conversion program.
  
  
  Solution
  Assign necessary authorizations (S_PROGRAM, S_VENDOR, S_TCODE) to the user role.
  
  
  How to Check
  Use ST01 authorization trace to identify missing authorizations.
  
  
  Related Info
  Vendor master data migration/conversion, SAP security roles, SAP Notes for authorization.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact program name or transaction code you are trying to run, I can help you identify the precise authorization objects needed.