How To Fix /SCMTMS/MD_AUTH_CHK001 - Authorization check for &1 &2 failed for user &3

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MD_AUTH_CHK -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Authorization check for &1 &2 failed for user &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MD_AUTH_CHK001 - Authorization check for &1 &2 failed for user &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MD_AUTH_CHK001 indicates that an authorization check has failed for a specific user in the context of the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The user does not have the required authorization object for the action they are trying to perform.
  The authorization profile assigned to the user does not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object.
  There may be a configuration issue in the authorization roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check that failed and provide details on which authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to the action the user is trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to check the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the actions in the Transportation Management System.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization objects are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create new roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  After making changes, ensure to generate the profile for the role.
  
  
  
  Assign Roles to User:
  
  Ensure that the modified or newly created roles are assigned to the user in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various transactions and data. Common authorization objects related to Transportation Management may include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, and specific TM-related objects.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user details).
  SUIM: User information system (to analyze user authorizations).
  PFCG: Role maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations).
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices for setting up user roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP security team or a basis consultant for further investigation.