How To Fix SRM_WF_PATH023 - No authorization for current action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_WF_PATH - Message Class Contains All Messages for Process Route Area

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No authorization for current action

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_WF_PATH023 - No authorization for current action ?

  The SAP error message SRM_WF_PATH023 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action within the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) workflow. This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a function or access a transaction for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to include the required authorizations.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow may be set up in a way that requires additional authorizations that are not granted to the user.
  User Status: The user may be in a status that restricts certain actions (e.g., inactive or locked).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization objects are missing.
  This transaction will show you the last authorization check and can help identify what is lacking.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can adjust the roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the required authorization objects to the relevant roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the workflow configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the workflow tasks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to SRM workflows, such as S_SRM_WF or others that may pertain to the specific action.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on SRM workflows and authorization management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SRM_WF_PATH023 error.