How To Fix /SCWM/MONITOR008 - You are not authorized to use monitor &1 in warehouse &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MONITOR -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: You are not authorized to use monitor &1 in warehouse &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MONITOR008 - You are not authorized to use monitor &1 in warehouse &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MONITOR008 You are not authorized to use monitor &1 in warehouse &2 typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access a specific monitor in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system for a particular warehouse.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects to access the specified monitor.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for the warehouse and monitor in question.
  Warehouse-Specific Restrictions: The authorization may be restricted to certain warehouses, and the user is trying to access a warehouse for which they do not have permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the required monitors in the specified warehouse.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team or administrator to verify and adjust the roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user needs access to the monitor, the relevant authorization objects (such as /SCWM/WM_MONITOR) should be included in the user’s roles.
  Ensure that the authorization for the specific warehouse is also included.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to EWM monitors include /SCWM/WM_MONITOR and others that may be specific to your organization’s configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization management in EWM.
  Training: Ensure that users are trained on the necessary authorizations and how to request access if they encounter issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.