/SCWM/WHSE_AUTH003 - You don't have authorization to edit stock attributes in warehouse no &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WHSE_AUTH -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You don't have authorization to edit stock attributes in warehouse no &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WHSE_AUTH003 - You don't have authorization to edit stock attributes in warehouse no &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WHSE_AUTH003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to edit stock attributes in a specific warehouse. This is a common issue in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when users attempt to perform actions that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to edit stock attributes in the specified warehouse.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not be configured correctly to include the necessary permissions for the warehouse in question.
  Warehouse-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions set up for certain warehouses that limit who can edit stock attributes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  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 Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for warehouse management is typically /SCWM/WHSE_AUTH. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for this object, particularly for the action of editing stock attributes.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG:
  
  Open the role assigned to the user.
  Add the necessary authorization objects and ensure that the warehouse number is included in the authorization data.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you identify and assign the correct authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP EWM, especially those related to warehouse management and stock handling.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in EWM.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the necessary processes and authorizations required for their roles in the warehouse management system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SCWM/WHSE_AUTH003.