How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF068 - You are not authorized to edit optimizer settings &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 068

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF068 - You are not authorized to edit optimizer settings &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF068 indicates that a user is not authorized to edit optimizer settings in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or modify settings related to the transportation optimizer but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The specific authorization object that governs access to optimizer settings in SAP TMS is usually related to the transportation management authorization objects.
  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 editing optimizer settings.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for TMS optimizer settings is typically /SCMTMS/OPTIMIZER. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for this object.
  You can check the authorization details by using transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the required authorization objects to the role and generate the profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to SAP Transportation Management for more details on optimizer settings and required authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF068.