How To Fix W_CB013 - No authorization for condition contract type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No authorization for condition contract type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB013 - No authorization for condition contract type &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_CB013 No authorization for condition contract type &1
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message indicates that the user does not have the required authorization to access or use the specified condition contract type in the system. The placeholder &1 will be replaced by the actual contract type code when the message appears.
  In SAP, condition contract types are used in contract management and pricing procedures, and access to them is controlled via authorization objects. If a user tries to process or display a contract condition type for which they lack authorization, this warning is triggered.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  The user’s role/profile does not include the necessary authorization object values related to contract types.
  Missing or incorrect assignment of authorization objects such as V_TVCP (Condition Contract Types) or related authorization objects.
  The user is trying to access a contract type that is restricted for their user group or role.
  Customizing or security settings restrict access to certain contract types.
  
  
  Authorization Objects Involved:
  
  V_TVCP – Condition Contract Types  
  Possibly V_VBAK_VKO or other sales/contract related authorization objects depending on the module and scenario.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check the Contract Type:
  
  Identify the contract type code shown in the message (replaces &1).
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:  
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed.
  Alternatively, use ST01 trace for authorization checks.
  
  
  
  Update User Roles/Profiles:  
  
  Ensure that the user’s role includes the authorization object V_TVCP with the relevant contract type(s) assigned.
  If missing, add the required contract type(s) to the user’s role/profile in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:  
  
  Verify if the contract type is correctly maintained in customizing (SPRO) and linked to the relevant authorization groups.
  
  
  
  Test After Changes:  
  
  After updating authorizations, have the user test the transaction again to confirm the warning no longer appears.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is a warning (W_), so it may not block the transaction but indicates a potential authorization issue.
  Proper authorization management is crucial to ensure users only access allowed contract types.
  If unsure about which contract types to authorize, consult with your SAP security team or functional consultant responsible for contract management.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  W_CB013 No authorization for condition contract type &1
  
  
  Cause
  User lacks authorization for the specified contract type
  
  
  Authorization Object
  V_TVCP (Condition Contract Types)
  
  
  Solution
  Assign proper authorization for the contract type in user roles
  
  
  Transaction to check auth
  SU53, ST01
  
  
  Role maintenance
  PFCG
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps in your SAP system, please provide the contract type code or the transaction where the error occurs.