How To Fix /SCMB/TDL_UTILS128 - No authorization exists for this action. Action canceled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TDL_UTILS -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: No authorization exists for this action. Action canceled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS128 - No authorization exists for this action. Action canceled. ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS128 No authorization exists for this action. Action canceled. typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a specific action within the SAP system does not have the necessary authorizations to execute that action. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user might not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile linked to the user may not include the required permissions.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or organizational levels.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the action being performed.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the roles using transaction PFCG to include the missing authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP authorization. Each object defines a set of permissions for specific actions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  SAP Security: Understanding the basics of SAP security and authorization concepts can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and updating the authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.