How To Fix /SCMTMS/AC106 - You are not authorized to copy this business document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/AC -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: You are not authorized to copy this business document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC106 - You are not authorized to copy this business document ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC106: You are not authorized to copy this business document typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action does not have the necessary authorizations to copy a specific business document within the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit them to copy the business document in question.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific authorization requirements that the user does not meet.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not be configured correctly to allow access to the necessary transactions or documents.
  
  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 object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can add the required authorization objects to the user’s role.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles in your organization to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check if there are specific settings or restrictions for the document type you are trying to copy. This may involve reviewing configuration settings in the TMS.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, test the action again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to TMS include S_TMS_DOC (for document authorization) and S_TMS_AUTH (for general TMS authorizations). You may need to check if these objects are included in the user’s roles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues in TMS.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on authorization management in SAP TMS.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.