How To Fix /SCWM/GM079 - Inspection document cannot be read due to authorization problem

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GM -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Inspection document cannot be read due to authorization problem

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GM079 - Inspection document cannot be read due to authorization problem ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GM079 Inspection document cannot be read due to authorization problem typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the inspection document in the SAP system. This can occur in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to perform actions related to quality inspection documents.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects to read the inspection document. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Document Status: The inspection document may be in a status that restricts access based on user roles.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict access to certain documents based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for accessing inspection documents are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for accessing inspection documents.
  Common authorization objects related to inspection documents include Q_INSP (Quality Inspection) and Q_INSP_DOC (Quality Inspection Document).
  
  
  
  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 resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Ensure that the inspection document is in a status that allows access. If the document is locked or in a restricted status, it may need to be released or changed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to quality management and inspection documents.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization problem related to the inspection document in SAP.