How To Fix /SCWM/UI_TO_CONF020 - You do not have authorization for warehouse orders in warehouse number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_TO_CONF -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: You do not have authorization for warehouse orders in warehouse number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_TO_CONF020 - You do not have authorization for warehouse orders in warehouse number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_TO_CONF020 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to perform actions related to warehouse orders in a specific warehouse number. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object for warehouse orders in the specified warehouse number.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for the warehouse operations.
  Warehouse Number Restrictions: The user’s authorizations may be limited to certain warehouse numbers, and the one being accessed is not included.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to warehouse management, such as W_TOR (Warehouse Order) and W_MSEG (Material Document).
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can adjust the user’s roles in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for the warehouse operations.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles and authorizations in your organization.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the authorization objects are correctly configured to allow access to the required warehouse number. This may involve adding the warehouse number to the relevant authorization profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, test the transaction again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for warehouse management, such as:
  
  W_TOR: Authorization for Warehouse Orders
  W_MSEG: Authorization for Material Documents
  W_TL: Authorization for Transport and Logistics
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems in EWM or WM.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user authorizations and role management to better understand how to manage and troubleshoot authorization issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and adjusting the authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.