How To Fix VR099 - Access denied. Please check note '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Access denied. Please check note '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR099 - Access denied. Please check note '&1' ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VR099 Access denied. Please check note '&1'
  
  Cause:
  The error message VR099 typically occurs when a user tries to perform an action or access a function in SAP that they do not have authorization for. The system denies access because the user’s role or profile does not include the necessary permissions.
  The message references a specific SAP Note number (represented by '&1'), which contains detailed information or instructions related to the error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  VR099 is an authorization error related to vendor master data or purchasing documents.
  It often appears when a user attempts to create, change, or display vendor master records or related purchasing documents without the required authorization objects.
  The note number in the message (e.g., VR099 Access denied. Please check note '123456') points to an SAP Note that provides the root cause and solution.
  
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing or incorrect authorization objects in the user’s role/profile.
  Authorization object related to vendor master data (e.g., LFA1, LFB1, LFM1) or purchasing documents (e.g., EINKBELEG) not assigned.
  User trying to access vendor data outside their permitted company code or purchasing organization.
  Missing authorization for specific transaction codes or activities.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the SAP Note referenced in the message:
  
  The message includes a note number (e.g., VR099 Access denied. Please check note '123456'). Look up this SAP Note in the SAP Support Portal for detailed instructions.
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the last failed authorization check.
  Identify which authorization object(s) caused the denial.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles/Profiles:
  
  Update the user’s roles to include the necessary authorization objects and values.
  Common authorization objects related to vendor master and purchasing include:
  
  LFA1 (Vendor Master General Data)
  LFB1 (Vendor Master Company Code Data)
  LFM1 (Vendor Master Purchasing Data)
  EINKBELEG (Purchasing Document)
  M_BEST_BSA (Purchasing Document Type)
  
  
  Ensure the user has authorization for the relevant company codes, purchasing organizations, and vendor account groups.
  
  
  
  Test the Access:
  
  After updating authorizations, test the transaction again to confirm the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists:
  
  Check for any custom enhancements or user-exits that might impose additional authorization checks.
  Consult the SAP Note referenced for any patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SU53: To analyze authorization failures.
  Transaction PFCG: Role maintenance to assign or adjust authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Always check the specific note number referenced in the error message for the most accurate and up-to-date solution.
  Authorization Objects: Understanding which objects control access to vendor master and purchasing documents is key.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: User lacks required authorization for vendor master or purchasing document access.
  Solution: Check the referenced SAP Note, analyze failed authorizations with SU53, and update user roles accordingly.
  Related: Use SU53, PFCG, and SAP Notes for troubleshooting and resolution.
  
  
  If you provide the exact note number referenced in the message, I can help you look up the specific SAP Note content.