How To Fix /SCWM/CORE017 - You are not authorized to reverse HUs in warehouse number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CORE -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: You are not authorized to reverse HUs in warehouse number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CORE017 - You are not authorized to reverse HUs in warehouse number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CORE017 indicates that a user is not authorized to reverse Handling Units (HUs) in a specific warehouse number. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorization to reverse HUs in the specified warehouse number. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Warehouse Number Restrictions: The user may not be assigned to the warehouse number in question, which can restrict their ability to perform certain actions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for handling unit operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure details. This will show which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include permissions for reversing HUs in the specified warehouse.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects, such as Z_WM_HU or similar, which pertain to handling unit management.
  
  
  
  Warehouse Assignment:
  
  Verify that the user is assigned to the correct warehouse number. This can be checked in the user master record or through the relevant organizational structure in EWM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to warehouse management include S_WM_WA (Warehouse Management) and S_WM_HU (Handling Unit Management).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management in EWM and handling units.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.