How To Fix /SCMTMS/RESOURCE012 - No authorization to use transportation unit resource &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/RESOURCE -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No authorization to use transportation unit resource &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/RESOURCE012 - No authorization to use transportation unit resource &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/RESOURCE012 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to use a specific transportation unit resource in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or perform actions related to a transportation unit for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile to access or manage the specified transportation unit resource.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the transportation management functions.
  Resource-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions or settings on the transportation unit resource that limit access based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for transportation unit resources.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to transportation management (e.g., /SCMTMS/RESOURCE) are included in the user’s roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  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 SAP TM, particularly those related to transportation unit resources.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management in SAP TM.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems in SAP TM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the transportation unit resource.