How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF066 - You are not authorized to create optimizer settings &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: You are not authorized to create optimizer settings &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF066 - You are not authorized to create optimizer settings &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF066 indicates that a user is not authorized to create optimizer settings in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user role that is currently logged in. The specific authorization object that is likely missing is related to the creation or modification of optimizer settings in TMS.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID that is encountering the error.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for TMS optimizer settings.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for TMS optimizer settings is typically S_TMS_OPT or similar. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for this object.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to create or modify roles.
  
  
  
  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 that previously caused the error to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Authorization Management: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization management concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  TMS Configuration: Ensure that the TMS is properly configured and that all necessary components are in place for the optimizer settings to be created and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.