How To Fix WV162 - Selection not possible due to missing authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Selection not possible due to missing authorization

What causes this issue?

The user has no authorization to create a pricing document for the
distribution chain(s) entered.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV162 - Selection not possible due to missing authorization ?

  The SAP error message WV162, which states "Selection not possible due to missing authorization," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), and others.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object in their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or data selection.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units.
  Data Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the data that the user can access based on their role or organizational assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show the last authorization check and help identify which authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization objects that are relevant to the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the roles using transaction code PFCG to include the missing authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Organizational Level Check:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct organizational units that are required for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for the specific transaction. Common authorization objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and others specific to the module in use.
  SAP Security Roles: Understanding how roles are structured in your organization can help in troubleshooting authorization issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.