How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS167 - You are not authorized to delete work steps of work step type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete work steps of work step type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS167 - You are not authorized to delete work steps of work step type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS167 indicates that a user is attempting to delete work steps of a specific work step type but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when users try to modify or delete work steps in a warehouse process.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The system checks the user's permissions against the required authorizations for the action they are trying to perform. If the user does not have the necessary authorization object that allows them to delete work steps of the specified type, the error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. You can do this using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Look for authorization objects related to work step management in EWM, particularly those that control the ability to delete work steps.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the authorization object for deleting work steps (e.g., W_TCODE, W_MATNR, etc.) is included in the user's role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the error message and context so they can assist in granting the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  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.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. For EWM, specific authorization objects may include those related to warehouse management, work step processing, and user roles.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU53 (to analyze authorization failures) and SUIM (to check user information).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in EWM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to grant the necessary authorizations to the user.