How To Fix EEWA_WDOC038 - No authorization to display change documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWA_WDOC - Message Class for Waste Disposal Order Cockpit

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No authorization to display change documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWA_WDOC038 - No authorization to display change documents ?

  The SAP error message EEWA_WDOC038 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display change documents in the system. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access change documents for a specific object (like a work order, material, etc.) but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. The authorization checks in SAP are based on the user's assigned roles, which define what actions they can perform and what data they can access. If the user does not have the appropriate authorization object for viewing change documents, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and see if they include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Identify Required Authorization Objects:
  
  The specific authorization object that may be missing is typically S_CHANGE_DOC or similar, depending on the context of the change documents being accessed.
  You can use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific permissions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the EEWA_WDOC038 error message.