/CCIS/SCMIM004 - You are not authorized to view this material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CCIS/SCMIM -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You are not authorized to view this material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CCIS/SCMIM004 - You are not authorized to view this material ?

  The SAP error message /CCIS/SCMIM004 You are not authorized to view this material typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access a specific material in the SAP system. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Materials Management (MM).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations to view the material. This could be due to missing authorization objects or incorrect role assignments.
  Material Status: The material may be set to a status that restricts access, such as being marked as obsolete or restricted for certain users.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to the specific organizational units (plants, storage locations, etc.) associated with the material.
  Data Privacy Settings: There may be data privacy settings in place that restrict access to certain materials based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the user’s roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 to check the user profile and PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user.
  Authorization Objects: Ensure that the necessary authorization objects (e.g., M_MATE_WRK, M_MATE_DATA, etc.) are included in the user’s roles. You may need to work with your SAP security team to adjust the roles accordingly.
  Material Status: Check the status of the material in question. If it is restricted, you may need to change its status or provide the user with the necessary permissions to view it.
  Organizational Access: Ensure that the user has access to the relevant organizational units. This may involve checking the user’s assignments to plants or storage locations.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to review the authorization settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message.