How To Fix /SCWM/DS_CORE280 - Missing start authorization for application &1 (for details see note &2 )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DS_CORE -

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Missing start authorization for application &1 (for details see note &2 )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE280 - Missing start authorization for application &1 (for details see note &2 ) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE280 indicates that there is a missing start authorization for a specific application in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a function or transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile for the specific application.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the application in question.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization objects related to the application may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile and the roles assigned to them.
  Verify if the necessary authorization objects are included in the roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object that is missing. This can often be found in the details of the error message or in the related SAP Note.
  Common authorization objects for EWM include /SCWM/PRC for process-related authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  You may need to work with your SAP security team to ensure that the roles are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  The error message references a specific SAP Note (indicated by &2). Look up this note in the SAP Support Portal for detailed information and potential fixes or recommendations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the application again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to the error message for updates or specific instructions.
  Authorization Management: Familiarize yourself with the authorization management in SAP, including how to create and manage roles and profiles.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes for authorization management include:
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.