How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS011 - No authorization to create a packaging specification for group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: No authorization to create a packaging specification for group &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS011 - No authorization to create a packaging specification for group &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS011 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to create a packaging specification for a specific group. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when a user attempts to create or modify packaging specifications but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their user profile that allow them to create packaging specifications.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Look for roles that include authorization objects related to packaging specifications, such as S_SCWM_PKG or similar.
  If the necessary roles are not assigned, you may need to add them or modify existing roles to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the authorization objects in the relevant roles to include the required permissions for creating packaging specifications.
  Ensure that the authorization object includes the correct activity (e.g., create, change) and the relevant packaging group.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the error message and the details from the SU53 transaction to assist in troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to create the packaging specification again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. For packaging specifications, you may need to look into specific authorization objects related to EWM and packaging.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues in EWM.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EWM and packaging specifications for more context on the required authorizations and processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS011.