How To Fix /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC033 - You do not have authorization to change sample &1 in warehouse &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: You do not have authorization to change sample &1 in warehouse &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC033 - You do not have authorization to change sample &1 in warehouse &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC033 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change a sample inspection document in a specific warehouse. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when a user attempts to modify an inspection document but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the appropriate authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions related to the warehouse management or quality inspection processes.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that restrict access to certain documents based on user roles or warehouse settings.
  Document Status: The inspection document may be in a status that does not allow changes, although this is less likely to trigger this specific error message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary permissions for changing inspection documents are included.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to add the necessary authorization objects to the user’s role. Common authorization objects related to warehouse management include:
  
  W_TCODE (Transaction Code)
  W_MATNR (Material Number)
  W_LGNUM (Warehouse Number)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for the specific warehouse (&2 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the inspection document to ensure it is not locked or in a state that prevents changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE93: Transaction Codes
  
  
  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 quality management for best practices on user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization issue and implement a solution to resolve the error message.