How To Fix WB2B196 - You have no authorization to release contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 196

• Message text: You have no authorization to release contract &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B196 - You have no authorization to release contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message WB2B196, which states "You have no authorization to release contract &1," typically indicates that the user attempting to release a contract does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of contract management or procurement.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects to perform the action of releasing the contract.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the necessary permissions for contract release.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or object.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow for release, although this is less likely to trigger this specific error message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for contract release.
  If the user needs additional roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the authorization objects in the role to include the missing authorizations.
  Common authorization objects related to contract management include E_BKPF_BSA (for document management) and E_BKPF_BSA (for release strategies).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Check Contract Status:
  
  Ensure that the contract is in a status that allows for release. If the contract is locked or in a status that prevents release, you may need to resolve that issue first.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to contract management and procurement.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations for contract management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the WB2B196 error message.