/CWM/MM041 - List is empty or incomplete due to insufficient authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MM -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: List is empty or incomplete due to insufficient authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MM041 - List is empty or incomplete due to insufficient authorization ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MM041 List is empty or incomplete due to insufficient authorization typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to view or access the data in the list being requested. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in materials management (MM) or related areas.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations to access certain transactions, reports, or data objects.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific action or data retrieval.
  Data Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the data that the user can access based on organizational units, company codes, or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles in PFCG to include the required authorizations.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Re-attempt the action that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that there is proper documentation of the roles and authorizations for future reference and audits.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the transaction or data being accessed. Common objects in MM include M_MATE_MAR (Material Master), M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Plant Data), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization-related problems.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users to understand how to navigate authorization issues and the importance of proper role assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /CWM/MM041 error message.