How To Fix /SCWM/BIF_CORE001 - No authorization for WM special function 'graphical warehouse layout'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BIF_CORE -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: No authorization for WM special function 'graphical warehouse layout'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BIF_CORE001 - No authorization for WM special function 'graphical warehouse layout' ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BIF_CORE001 No authorization for WM special function 'graphical warehouse layout' indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to access the graphical warehouse layout functionality in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This can occur when a user tries to access features related to warehouse layout visualization but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. In SAP, access to specific functions is controlled by authorization objects.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to a role that includes the necessary authorizations for the graphical warehouse layout.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary permissions for the specific function.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for graphical warehouse layout is typically S_WM_BIF or similar. Check if this object is included in the user's roles.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to a role that includes the necessary authorizations. This can be done by using transaction code PFCG to review and modify roles.
  If the role does not include the necessary authorizations, you may need to create or modify a role to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  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 necessary 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 Management: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization objects related to EWM and graphical warehouse layout.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SU53: Display authorization check
  SUIM: User information system for authorization analysis
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the graphical warehouse layout in SAP EWM.