How To Fix CTS_WBO_API057 - No authorization to create new workbench request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_WBO_API - WBO Remote API: Messages

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No authorization to create new workbench request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_WBO_API057 - No authorization to create new workbench request ?

  The SAP error message CTS_WBO_API057 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a new workbench request. This error typically occurs in the Change and Transport System (CTS) when a user attempts to create or modify transport requests but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary authorization objects related to transport requests, such as:
  
  S_CTS_ADMI: Authorization for transport management.
  S_CTS_TMS: Authorization for transport management system.
  S_TRANSPRT: Authorization for transport requests.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for creating workbench requests.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to a role that has the necessary authorizations for transport management. This may involve adding the user to a role that has the required permissions or adjusting the existing role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects and their fields to understand what permissions are necessary for transport management.
  Transport Management: Review the SAP documentation on transport management to understand the processes and requirements for creating and managing transport requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CTS_WBO_API057 error and allow the user to create new workbench requests successfully.