How To Fix /SCWM/EGF018 - You are not authorized to use transaction &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EGF -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You are not authorized to use transaction &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EGF018 - You are not authorized to use transaction & ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EGF018 indicates that a user is attempting to access a transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly in modules like Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the necessary authorizations for the transaction.
  Transaction Code Restriction: The transaction code being accessed may be restricted for certain user roles or profiles.
  Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user profile or the way roles are configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary roles assigned. Use transaction PFCG to review the roles and ensure that the required transaction is included in the role.
  If the role is missing the necessary authorization, you may need to modify the role to include it.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you identify the missing authorization object, you can either add it to the existing role or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the role is then assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various transactions and functions. Each transaction may require specific authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes: Each transaction in SAP is identified by a unique transaction code. Ensure that the user has access to the specific transaction code they are trying to execute.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SCWM/EGF018.