How To Fix /SCWM/DS_AC016 - Save rejected because of missing authority to save instances of node &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DS_AC -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Save rejected because of missing authority to save instances of node &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DS_AC016 - Save rejected because of missing authority to save instances of node &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DS_AC016 indicates that a user is attempting to save instances of a node in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of data structures or master data management within the EWM module.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization for the user role that is trying to save the data. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their role that allow them to save instances of the specified node.
  Role Configuration: The user’s role may not be properly configured to include the necessary permissions for the specific action they are trying to perform.
  Node-Specific Restrictions: Certain nodes may have specific restrictions or require additional authorizations that are not included in the user's current role.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check failure. This will provide insights into which specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s role in transaction PFCG to include the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to EWM include:
  
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code)
  S_BC (Business Context)
  S_EWM (EWM-specific authorizations)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to save instances of the specific node in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  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. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization management in EWM and the specific nodes you are working with.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /SCWM/DS_AC016 error message.