Message type: E = Error
Message class: EAN_UCC - EAN.UCC Messages
Message number: 012
Message text: You are not authorized to change the material
During processing, messages have arisen while checking material data.
The system has filed these messages in the form of an application log
with the number &V1&.
View the application log.
<DS:TRAN.MM90>Proceed</>
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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The SAP error message EAN_UCC012, which states "You are not authorized to change the material," typically indicates that the user attempting to make changes to a material master record does not have the necessary authorization to perform that action. This can occur in various transactions related to material management, such as creating or modifying material data.
Cause:
- Authorization Issues: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations to change material data. This could be due to missing authorization objects or insufficient permissions assigned to the user.
- Material Status: The material may be in a status that restricts changes (e.g., locked for changes, archived, etc.).
- Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or organizational levels.
Solution:
Check User Authorizations:
- Contact your SAP security administrator to review the user’s authorization profile.
- Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization objects (e.g.,
M_MATE_MAR
,M_MATE_WRK
, etc.) that allow changes to material master data.Review Material Status:
- Check if the material is locked or has a status that prevents changes. You can do this by using transaction codes like
MM03
(Display Material) to view the material status.- If the material is locked, you may need to unlock it or change its status.
Role Assignment:
- If the user needs to perform this action regularly, consider assigning them a role that includes the necessary authorizations for material changes.
Transaction Codes:
- Ensure that the user is using the correct transaction code for the intended action. Some transactions may have specific authorizations.
Consult Documentation:
- Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding material master data management to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
Related Information:
Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for material management. Common objects include:
M_MATE_MAR
(Material Master: General Data)M_MATE_WRK
(Material Master: Plant Data)M_MATE_BAS
(Material Master: Basic Data)Transaction Codes:
MM01
(Create Material)MM02
(Change Material)MM03
(Display Material)SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors.
User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system and ensure they align with the required tasks.
If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.
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