How To Fix /SCMTMS/EHS_DG_MD002 - You are not authorized to change EH&S dangerous goods master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/EHS_DG_MD -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: You are not authorized to change EH&S dangerous goods master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/EHS_DG_MD002 - You are not authorized to change EH&S dangerous goods master data ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/EHS_DG_MD002 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to change the EH&S (Environment, Health, and Safety) dangerous goods master data. This error typically arises in the context of managing dangerous goods in logistics and transportation processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user attempting to make changes does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned in the SAP system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the EH&S module, specifically for dangerous goods master data.
  Profile Restrictions: There may be restrictions in the user profile that prevent changes to certain types of data.
  
  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 is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations for EH&S dangerous goods master data.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Assign Appropriate Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to roles that include the necessary authorization objects related to EH&S and dangerous goods. Common authorization objects include:
  
  EHS_DG_MAINTAIN for maintaining dangerous goods master data.
  EHS_DG_DISPLAY for displaying dangerous goods master data.
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for EH&S. You can find this information in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to EH&S authorizations.
  Training: If users frequently encounter authorization issues, consider providing training on the necessary roles and responsibilities related to EH&S data management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to change the EH&S dangerous goods master data as needed.