How To Fix /SCWM/LM_UI_EPD008 - No authorization to set status '&1' in performance doc. for processor &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_UI_EPD -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No authorization to set status '&1' in performance doc. for processor &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_UI_EPD008 - No authorization to set status '&1' in performance doc. for processor &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_UI_EPD008 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to set a specific status in a performance document for a given processor. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when users attempt to change the status of a performance document but lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the appropriate authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to the specific action they are trying to perform.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that restrict certain users from changing the status of performance documents.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions for the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to EWM include:
  
  S_WFAR_EWM (for EWM workflow)
  S_TCODE (for transaction codes)
  S_USER_AUTH (for user authorizations)
  
  
  
  
  
  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 authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles in EWM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues in EWM.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on the importance of authorizations and how to request changes if they encounter similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SCWM/LM_UI_EPD008.