How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS001 - You are not authorized to execute this function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: You are not authorized to execute this function

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS001 - You are not authorized to execute this function ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS001 indicates that a user is not authorized to execute a specific function related to the Transportation Management System (TMS) in SAP. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access a transaction or function for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user does not have the required authorization roles assigned to their user profile.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the specific function may not be properly configured or assigned to the user.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may be using a different profile that lacks the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to the TMS functions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  If you identify the missing authorization object, you can either add it to the user's role or request that it be added by a security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security administrator. Provide them with the error message and any details from the SU53 analysis.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the function again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. Common authorization objects related to TMS might include /SCMTMS/* objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific roles and authorizations related to TMS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS001.