How To Fix WRF_REF169 - You are not authorized to show material attributes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_REF - Messages from References for Materials Without History

• Message number: 169

• Message text: You are not authorized to show material attributes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_REF169 - You are not authorized to show material attributes ?

  The SAP error message WRF_REF169, which states "You are not authorized to show material attributes," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to view or access certain material attributes in the SAP system. This can occur in various transactions related to material management, such as when trying to display or edit material master data.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization objects in their user profile. This can be due to missing roles or permissions that are necessary to access material attributes.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or data access.
  Profile Restrictions: There may be restrictions in the user profile that limit access to certain material types or views.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review and Update Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the necessary authorization objects (such as M_MATE_MAR for material master data) are included in the roles.
  If the user needs access to specific material attributes, ensure that the relevant authorization objects are included in their profile.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Access:
  
  If the user requires access to material attributes that are not included in their current roles, they should formally request additional access through the appropriate channels in your organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for material management, such as:
  
  M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: General Data)
  M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Work Scheduling)
  M_MATE_VIE (Material Master: Views)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and material master data handling.
  
  
  Security Audit Logs: If necessary, check security audit logs to see if there are any other related issues or patterns that could indicate broader authorization problems.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_REF169 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate access to material attributes in SAP.