How To Fix /SPE/ASN_CANC020 - No authorization for distribution of deliveries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/ASN_CANC -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No authorization for distribution of deliveries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/ASN_CANC020 - No authorization for distribution of deliveries ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/ASN_CANC020 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to distribute deliveries. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) processing or when attempting to cancel or manage deliveries in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object that allows them to perform the action related to delivery distribution.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to determine which authorization object is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and profiles.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for delivery distribution.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and add the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to delivery processing include V_VBAK_AAT (Sales Document: Authorization for Sales Order) and V_VBAP_AAT (Sales Document: Authorization for Sales Order Items).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management to understand how to effectively manage user roles and permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /SPE/ASN_CANC020 error message.