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