How To Fix /SCWM/DATA_CONTAINER005 - No authorization to import demo data (application ID &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DATA_CONTAINER -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No authorization to import demo data (application ID &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DATA_CONTAINER005 - No authorization to import demo data (application ID &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DATA_CONTAINER005 No authorization to import demo data (application ID &1) typically indicates that the user attempting to import demo data into the SAP system does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This error is common in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or similar modules where demo data is being imported for testing or training purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object to import demo data. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Incorrect User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for demo data import.
  Application ID Issue: The application ID referenced in the error message may not be recognized or may not have the appropriate authorizations set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the authorization for importing demo data.
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include S_DATA, S_TCODE, and specific EWM-related authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Review Application ID:
  
  Ensure that the application ID mentioned in the error message is valid and that the corresponding demo data import functionality is correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to demo data import for specific requirements and authorizations needed for your version of SAP EWM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, attempt the demo data import again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues related to demo data imports.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.