How To Fix APPL_MM_IV_WORKFLOW006 - User has no authorization to process the workflow. Forward not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_IV_WORKFLOW -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: User has no authorization to process the workflow. Forward not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_IV_WORKFLOW006 - User has no authorization to process the workflow. Forward not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_IV_WORKFLOW006 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to process a specific workflow, and as a result, forwarding the workflow is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of the Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with invoice verification workflows.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to process the workflow does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or specific authorization objects related to workflow processing.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow may be configured in such a way that it restricts certain actions based on user roles or statuses.
  User Status: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate organizational units or may not have the necessary status to perform the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include authorization for workflow processing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization objects are missing.
  Common authorization objects related to workflows include S_WFAR_EVE (Workflow Administration) and S_WFAR_ACT (Workflow Actions).
  
  
  
  Adjust Workflow Configuration:
  
  If the workflow is custom or has specific configurations, review the workflow settings in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that the user roles are correctly set up to allow processing.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test the workflow again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and workflow management.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the workflow processing in SAP.