How To Fix LF142 - User profile &1 in warehouse &2 is not allowed to execute this TO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 142

• Message text: User profile &1 in warehouse &2 is not allowed to execute this TO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF142 - User profile &1 in warehouse &2 is not allowed to execute this TO ?

  The SAP error message LF142 indicates that a user profile is not authorized to execute a Transfer Order (TO) in a specific warehouse. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management (WM) or extended warehouse management (EWM) in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message LF142 can be triggered by several factors:
  
  User Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions in the specified warehouse. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Warehouse Settings: The warehouse may have specific settings that restrict certain users from executing transfer orders.
  User Profile Configuration: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the warehouse in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LF142 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user profile.
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for the warehouse operations.
  If roles are missing, consult with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Check the warehouse settings in transaction SPRO (Customizing) under the Warehouse Management section.
  Ensure that the user is allowed to perform operations in the specified warehouse.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Profile:
  
  If the user profile is not set up correctly, you may need to adjust the settings to include the necessary authorizations for the warehouse.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific configurations related to user profiles and warehouse management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transfer order execution again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check for relevant authorization objects related to warehouse management, such as W_MSEG_WA (Warehouse Management: Transfer Order) and others that may be relevant to your specific configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to LF142 for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.