How To Fix /SCWM/SYS_DOC_MON042 - You do not have authorization to execute the WM monitor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SYS_DOC_MON -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: You do not have authorization to execute the WM monitor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SYS_DOC_MON042 - You do not have authorization to execute the WM monitor ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SYS_DOC_MON042 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute the Warehouse Management (WM) monitor in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or SAP Warehouse Management (WM) when a user attempts to access a transaction or report for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The specific authorization object that is usually involved in this case is S_TCODE, which controls access to transaction codes, or other authorization objects related to warehouse management activities.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for accessing the WM monitor.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects required for the WM monitor. Common objects include:
  
  S_TCODE: for transaction code access.
  S_WM: for warehouse management-related authorizations.
  
  
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team or administrator to determine the exact authorizations needed.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you can either:
  
  Add the required authorizations to the existing roles.
  Create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  The error may occur when accessing specific transaction codes related to warehouse management, such as /SCWM/MON for the WM monitor.
  
  
  
  Authorization Management:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures. This transaction shows the last authorization check that failed for the user, which can help identify missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in the WM monitor.
  
  
  
  Security Best Practices:
  
  Ensure that users have the minimum necessary authorizations to perform their job functions, following the principle of least privilege.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.