How To Fix /SCMTMS/AC003 - Exception occured during authority check for action &1 of node &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/AC -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Exception occured during authority check for action &1 of node &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC003 - Exception occured during authority check for action &1 of node &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC003 indicates that there is an issue with authority checks related to a specific action on a node in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations to perform the specified action on the given node.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects may not be assigned to the user's role.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the authorization checks in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization objects required for the action and ensure that they are included in the user's roles. Common authorization objects for TM include:
  
  S_TCODE for transaction codes
  S_TMS_AUTH for TM-specific authorizations
  
  
  Use Transaction SU53: After encountering the error, use transaction SU53 to analyze the last authorization check. This transaction will show you which authorization was missing and can help you identify what needs to be added.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team to request the necessary changes.
  Testing: After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the action again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP TM documentation for details on authorization management and best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance) for managing roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCMTMS/AC003 error and ensure that users have the necessary permissions to perform their tasks in SAP TM.