How To Fix SWF_FLEX_IFS005 - No authorization to start workflow for scenario '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_IFS - Public API Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No authorization to start workflow for scenario '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_IFS005 - No authorization to start workflow for scenario '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_IFS005 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to start a workflow for a specific scenario. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where workflows are triggered based on certain events or actions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization for the user attempting to start the workflow. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations for the workflow scenario.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow scenario may not be properly configured to allow the user to initiate it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWF_FLEX_IFS005 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects for the workflow scenario. Common authorization objects related to workflows include S_WFAR_OBJ (Workflow Authorization) and S_WFAR_ACT (Workflow Activity Authorization).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user is missing the required roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the workflow scenario.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the workflow configuration in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that the workflow scenario is correctly set up and that there are no restrictions preventing the user from starting it.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_WFAR_OBJ: Workflow Authorization Object
  S_WFAR_ACT: Workflow Activity Authorization
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SWF_FLEX_IFS005 error.