How To Fix /SCMTMS/AC134 - You are not authorized to reopen this business document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/AC -

• Message number: 134

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC134 - You are not authorized to reopen this business document ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/AC134 indicates that a user is not authorized to reopen a specific business document in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when a user attempts to change the status of a document that has already been finalized or closed, and their user role does not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to reopen the business document. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be reopened, such as "Completed" or "Closed."
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the TMS that restrict reopening of certain documents based on business rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to reopen business documents in TMS.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user’s roles or add the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Document Status Review:
  
  Check the status of the document. If it is indeed in a status that cannot be reopened, you may need to follow the appropriate business process to handle the document instead of reopening it.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP TMS configuration team to review any settings that may prevent reopening of documents. They may need to adjust the configuration based on business requirements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SCMTMS (Transportation Management).
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the proper processes and have access to documentation regarding their roles and responsibilities in TMS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.