How To Fix /SCMB/SC_CAL503 - You are not authorized to display a calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SC_CAL -

• Message number: 503

• Message text: You are not authorized to display a calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SC_CAL503 - You are not authorized to display a calendar ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SC_CAL503 indicates that a user is not authorized to display a calendar in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access a calendar that they do not have the necessary permissions for.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to view the calendar. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Calendar Configuration: The calendar may not be properly configured or assigned to the user’s role.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units or roles that grant access to the calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to calendars in SCM include:
  
  S_SCMB_CALENDAR (for calendar access)
  S_TCODE (for transaction access)
  
  
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for the specific calendar the user is trying to access.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Role:
  
  If the user is not assigned to the correct role, assign them to the appropriate role that has access to the calendar.
  
  
  
  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 resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles in SCM.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the /SCMB/SC_CAL503 error message.