How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON021 - You are not authorized to change TM STAD trace settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: You are not authorized to change TM STAD trace settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON021 - You are not authorized to change TM STAD trace settings ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON021 indicates that a user is not authorized to change the Transportation Management (TM) STAD trace settings. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify settings related to the STAD (Statistical Data) trace in the SAP TM system without having the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change the TM STAD trace settings. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function related to TM STAD trace settings.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured to restrict access to certain settings for security or compliance reasons.
  
  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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization objects. The relevant authorization object for TM trace settings is typically /SCMTMS/TRACE or similar.
  If you do not have the necessary rights, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct roles that include permissions for Transportation Management and STAD trace settings.
  If necessary, create a new role or modify an existing one to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt to access the TM STAD trace settings again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to SAP TM and STAD trace settings. This can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Transportation Management and authorization management to better understand how to configure user roles and permissions effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.