How To Fix /SCWM/RSRC112 - You are not authorized to delete resource &1 in warehouse &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RSRC -

• Message number: 112

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete resource &1 in warehouse &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RSRC112 - You are not authorized to delete resource &1 in warehouse &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RSRC112 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a resource in the warehouse management system (WMS) but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to delete resources in the specified warehouse.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include permissions for resource management or deletion actions.
  Resource Locking: The resource may be locked or in use, preventing deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to warehouse management, particularly those that control resource management (e.g., W_T001 for warehouse management).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator should modify the user’s roles to include the required permissions.
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant authorization objects, such as W_MAINTAIN for maintaining resources.
  
  
  
  Resource Status:
  
  Verify if the resource is currently in use or locked. If it is, you may need to wait until it is released or check for any ongoing processes that might be using the resource.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the security team for specific authorization objects related to resource management in the WMS.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations, test the deletion process again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to warehouse management include:
  
  W_T001: Warehouse management authorization
  W_MAINTAIN: Authorization for maintaining resources
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance to check or modify user roles.
  PFCG: Role maintenance to create or modify roles and their authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems in WMS.
  
  If the problem persists after checking authorizations and resource status, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.