How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR133 - You are not authorized to post this settlement document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 133

• Message text: You are not authorized to post this settlement document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR133 - You are not authorized to post this settlement document ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR133 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to post a settlement document in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific permissions that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user role assigned to the individual does not include the necessary authorizations for posting settlement documents.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The required authorization objects related to TMS and settlement posting are not included in the user's profile.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that has the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01).
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization objects required for posting settlement documents in TMS. Common authorization objects include:
  
  S_TMS_AUTH (for TMS-specific authorizations)
  S_USER_AUTH (for general user authorizations)
  
  
  Modify User Roles: If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the necessary changes.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect, and then test the action again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check) to analyze and adjust authorizations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations in TMS.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/CFIR133.