How To Fix /SCMTMS/AC019 - For BO &1 buffer variant creation failed for "After Modify" auth. check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/AC -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: For BO &1 buffer variant creation failed for "After Modify" auth. check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC019 - For BO &1 buffer variant creation failed for "After Modify" auth. check ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC019 typically relates to issues with authorization checks during the creation of buffer variants in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error indicates that there is a problem with the authorization check for the "After Modify" action, which is likely preventing the successful creation of the buffer variant.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the action may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the "After Modify" operation. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the authorization objects related to the buffer variant creation process.
  Transport Management Settings: Incorrect settings in the transport management configuration can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be done by checking the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the required authorizations for the relevant authorization objects, particularly those related to /SCMTMS/ and buffer variant management.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the specific authorization objects that are relevant to the buffer variant creation process. This may include objects like S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, or any custom authorization objects defined for your organization.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP TM system to ensure that they are set up correctly for buffer variant creation.
  Check for any inconsistencies or misconfigurations in the transport management settings.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the authorization check to identify the exact point of failure. This can provide insights into which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or configurations, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SU53 to analyze authorization failures after the error occurs.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on authorization management in SAP TM.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCMTMS/AC019 error message in your SAP system.