How To Fix /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN202 - You are not authorized to cancel advanced shipping notifications

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: You are not authorized to cancel advanced shipping notifications

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN202 - You are not authorized to cancel advanced shipping notifications ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN202 indicates that a user is not authorized to cancel Advanced Shipping Notifications (ASN). This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP S/4HANA when a user attempts to perform an action that their current role or authorization profile does not permit.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorization object to perform the cancellation of ASN. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions assigned to the user.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transactions or authorization objects related to ASN management.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that restrict certain users from performing ASN cancellations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include permissions for ASN cancellation.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects related to ASN management. Common authorization objects include M_MATE_WRK, M_MATE_MA, and others that may pertain to shipping notifications.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary transaction codes (e.g., /SCF/ASN_CANCEL) and authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the ASN cancellation process again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Document the changes made to user roles and provide training or guidance to users on the proper procedures for managing ASNs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on ASN authorization issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for ASN management, such as /SCF/ASN_DISPLAY, /SCF/ASN_CREATE, and others.
  User Groups: Consider whether the user is part of a specific user group that may have restricted access to certain functionalities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.