How To Fix /LSIERP/WLI001 - You are not authorized to &1 a work item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LSIERP/WLI -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: You are not authorized to &1 a work item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LSIERP/WLI001 - You are not authorized to &1 a work item ?

  The SAP error message /LSIERP/WLI001 You are not authorized to &1 a work item typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action on a work item in the SAP system. This error is related to the Workflow Management component in SAP, which handles work items that are part of business processes.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to perform the action indicated by &1 (e.g., display, change, delete, etc.) on the work item.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for workflow actions.
  Work Item Status: The work item may be in a status that restricts certain actions based on the workflow configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to workflow, such as S_WFAR_OBJ, S_WFAR_ACT, and others that may be relevant to the specific action you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, adjust the user roles to include the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG to modify roles and add the necessary authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the workflow configuration to ensure that the work item is not restricted based on its status or other conditions. This may involve reviewing the workflow definition and ensuring that the user is allowed to perform the action on the work item.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or roles, test the action again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for SAP Workflow. Common ones include:
  
  S_WFAR_OBJ: Authorization for workflow objects.
  S_WFAR_ACT: Authorization for workflow actions.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check failure.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SWI1: Work item selection for monitoring and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on workflow authorizations and configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and roles, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.