How To Fix /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC042 - You do not have authorization to delete finding &1 in whse number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: You do not have authorization to delete finding &1 in whse number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC042 - You do not have authorization to delete finding &1 in whse number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC042 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to delete a finding in the specified warehouse. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management and quality inspection processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user attempting to delete a finding. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object that allows them to delete findings in the warehouse.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the specific warehouse or inspection document.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to allow for the required actions in the system.
  
  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 you identify that the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify their roles. This can be done in transaction PFCG:
  
  Add the required authorization objects related to warehouse management and quality inspection.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for the specific warehouse number mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  
  
  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. They can help you adjust the roles or provide the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  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 warehouse management, relevant authorization objects might include S_WM_WA (Warehouse Management) and S_QA_QC (Quality Management).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC042.