How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS097 - No authorization to (de)activate a packaging specification of group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 097

• Message text: No authorization to (de)activate a packaging specification of group &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS097 - No authorization to (de)activate a packaging specification of group &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS097 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to (de)activate a packaging specification of a specific group. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when a user attempts to perform actions related to packaging specifications without 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 that allow them to activate or deactivate packaging specifications for the specified group.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into the specific authorization object that is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for packaging specifications. The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  S_SCMA (Authorization for Packaging Specification)
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code Authorization)
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  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 or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects and their fields to understand what permissions are required for specific actions in SAP EWM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  Training: Consider providing training or resources to users regarding the importance of authorization and how to request additional access if needed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS097.