How To Fix /SCWM/BIF_TWH000 - No authorization for execution of function module &1 (activity: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BIF_TWH -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: No authorization for execution of function module &1 (activity: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BIF_TWH000 - No authorization for execution of function module &1 (activity: &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BIF_TWH000 No authorization for execution of function module &1 (activity: &2) typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute a specific function module in the SAP system. This error is common in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or other modules where specific function modules are called during processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user lacks the required authorization object that grants access to the function module specified in the error message.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object: The authorization object related to the function module may not be properly configured or may be missing the required permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the addition of the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Function Module:
  
  Identify the function module mentioned in the error message and check its associated authorization objects. You can do this by using transaction code SE37 to view the function module and its documentation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to function modules include S_FUNC (Function Module Authorization) and others specific to the module being used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module (e.g., EWM) to understand the required authorizations for various operations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be needed, potentially involving SAP support or consulting with a technical expert familiar with the specific SAP environment.