How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON162 - No authorization to write or delete a status file for file &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: No authorization to write or delete a status file for file &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON162 - No authorization to write or delete a status file for file & ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON162 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to write or delete a status file for a specified file in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorizations in their role/profile to perform write or delete operations on the status file.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object.
  File Ownership: The file in question may be owned by another user or system, and the current user does not have the rights to modify it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the authorization logs to identify which specific authorizations are lacking.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the /SCMTMS/ namespace.
  The roles should include permissions for actions related to status file management.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  The relevant authorization object for this operation may be S_DATA or other specific objects related to file management in the TM module. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the /SCMTMS/ namespace for any specific requirements or changes in authorization settings.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on authorization issues in SAP TM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) and PFCG (Role Maintenance) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.