How To Fix /SCWM/CHM030 - Message &1: no authorization to perform action &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CHM -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Message &1: no authorization to perform action &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CHM030 - Message &1: no authorization to perform action &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CHM030 Message &1: no authorization to perform action &2 typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a transaction, access a specific function, or modify data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile for the specific action they are trying to perform.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the action.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up or may have been modified, leading to missing authorizations.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on organizational units or other criteria that the user does not meet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This transaction will show which authorization objects were checked and which ones failed.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the action being performed.
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error message and the actions you were trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorizations are controlled by authorization objects, which define the permissions for specific actions. Common authorization objects for EWM include S_SCWM_* objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SUIM (User Information System), and PFCG (Role Maintenance) for managing user authorizations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in EWM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /SCWM/CHM030.