How To Fix /SCMTMS/AC108 - You are not authorized to print this business document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/AC -

• Message number: 108

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC108 - You are not authorized to print this business document ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC108 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to print a specific business document in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when a user attempts to print a document (like a shipment or delivery document) but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user role assigned to the individual does not include the necessary authorization objects for printing the specific business document.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The required authorization objects for printing documents in TMS may not be included in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the TMS that restrict printing based on user roles or document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include printing permissions for the relevant business documents.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Check the authorization objects related to printing in TMS. Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_SPO_DEV (Authorization for Spool Requests)
  S_SPO_ACT (Authorization for Spool Activities)
  S_TCODE (Authorization for Transaction Codes)
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  Modify User Profile: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their user profile or role assignments. This can be done by a system administrator or someone with the appropriate authorization to manage user roles.
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you are unsure about which authorizations are needed, consult with your SAP security team or basis team. They can help identify the required authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check and modify user roles, or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization objects and their configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/AC108.