How To Fix WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS019 - You are not authorized to create the assignment for node &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS - Message for Errors in Material Screens

• Message number: 019

• Message text: You are not authorized to create the assignment for node &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS019 - You are not authorized to create the assignment for node & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS019
  
  Text: You are not authorized to create the assignment for node &
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a user tries to create or assign a node (such as a classification node, article hierarchy node, or any other master data node) in SAP but lacks the necessary authorization to perform this action. The system checks the user's authorizations against the required authorization objects for creating or assigning nodes, and if the user does not have the required permissions, this error is raised.
  The placeholder "&" in the message typically represents the node or node type for which the authorization is missing.
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Creating or assigning nodes in article master data (e.g., in SAP Retail or SAP Fashion Management).
  Working with classification nodes or hierarchy nodes in material master or article master.
  Attempting to maintain or assign nodes in organizational structures or product hierarchies without proper authorization.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Identify the authorization objects relevant to the node assignment process. Common authorization objects involved might be:
  
  WBR_ART (Article Master)
  WBR_NODE (Node Maintenance)
  WBR_WHM (Warehouse Management)
  Or other custom authorization objects depending on the system setup.
  
  
  
  
  
  Use SU53 to Analyze Authorization Check Failures:
  
  After the error occurs, have the user execute transaction SU53 immediately.
  This will display the last failed authorization check and show which authorization object and field values are missing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Profiles:
  
  Based on the SU53 output, update the user's roles in transaction PFCG to include the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the authorization to create or assign the specific node type.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have authorization to change roles, coordinate with your SAP Security or Basis team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Verify Node and Organizational Restrictions:
  
  Sometimes authorizations are restricted by organizational levels (e.g., sales organization, plant).
  Make sure the user has authorization for the specific organizational units related to the node.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in SAP Retail and SAP Fashion Management modules where article hierarchies and classifications are heavily used.
  The exact authorization objects and fields depend on the SAP module and customization.
  Always follow your organization's security policies when granting authorizations.
  If the error persists after authorization checks, verify if there are any custom enhancements or user-exits that impose additional checks.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error
  WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS019: Not authorized to create assignment for node &
  
  
  Cause
  Missing authorization to create or assign the specified node
  
  
  Solution
  Check SU53 for missing authorizations ? Update user roles in PFCG ? Verify org level auth
  
  
  Related
  Authorization objects like WBR_ART, WBR_NODE; SAP Retail/Fashion Management modules
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact node name or the context (transaction, module), I can help identify the precise authorization objects involved.