How To Fix /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC028 - No authorization to cancel inspection document &1 in warehouse number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: No authorization to cancel inspection document &1 in warehouse number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC028 - No authorization to cancel inspection document &1 in warehouse number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC028 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to cancel an inspection document in a specific warehouse. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, where inspection documents are used to manage quality inspections of goods.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user attempting to cancel the inspection document. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization object for canceling inspection documents.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to allow for the cancellation of inspection documents.
  Warehouse-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions or specific configurations related to the warehouse number in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see 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.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects.
  The relevant authorization object for inspection documents in EWM is typically Q_INSP_DOC or similar. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for the actions they need to perform.
  
  
  
  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, test the functionality again to ensure that the user can now cancel the inspection document without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP EWM that pertain to quality management and inspection documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or authorization issues in EWM, as there may be updates or patches that address specific problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations in EWM to understand how to properly configure them.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization issue and implement a solution to allow the user to cancel inspection documents as needed.