How To Fix SUWL011 - User &1 is not permitted to access the work items of user &2

SUWL011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUWL - Messages related to UWL

• Message number: 011

• Message text: User &1 is not permitted to access the work items of user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUWL011 - User &1 is not permitted to access the work items of user &2 ?

  The SAP error message SUWL011 indicates that a user (User &1) is attempting to access the work items of another user (User &2) but does not have the necessary permissions to do so. This is typically related to the authorization settings in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to insufficient authorizations assigned to the user trying to access the work items. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary roles or authorizations that allow them to view or manage the work items of another user.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to User &1. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for accessing work items.
  If the user needs to