How To Fix /SCWM/ENQUEUE003 - You do not have authorization to delete other users' locks

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ENQUEUE -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You do not have authorization to delete other users' locks

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ENQUEUE003 - You do not have authorization to delete other users' locks ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ENQUEUE003 indicates that a user is attempting to delete or manage locks that belong to other users without having the necessary authorization. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when a user tries to release or delete locks that were set by other users.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role. In SAP, locks are used to prevent data inconsistencies by ensuring that only one user can modify a particular piece of data at a time. When a user tries to delete or manage locks that are not theirs, the system checks the user's authorization and denies the action if the user does not have the required permissions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. You can do this using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage locks. Specifically, the user may need the authorization object S_ENQ which controls access to enqueue (lock) management.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the changes comply with your organization's security policies.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Transactions:
  
  If the user needs to manage locks, they should use the appropriate transactions that allow them to do so, such as SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) but only if they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Contact System Administrator:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue yourself, contact your SAP system administrator or security team for assistance. They can help diagnose the authorization issue and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Object S_ENQ: This object is used to control access to enqueue (lock) management functions. It includes fields for the lock object and the activity (e.g., display, delete).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the authorization issue and resolve the error message /SCWM/ENQUEUE003.