How To Fix SWF_UTL_002004 - No authorization to create document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_UTL_002 - Messages Services

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No authorization to create document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_UTL_002004 - No authorization to create document ?

  The SAP error message SWF_UTL_002004 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a document in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of workflows or when trying to create documents that are part of a business process.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to create the specific type of document.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on organizational levels (e.g., company code, plant) that prevent the user from creating documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for document creation.
  If the roles are missing the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you identify specific authorization objects that are missing, you can add them to the user's role or request that a security administrator do so.
  Common authorization objects related to document creation include S_DOCUMENT, S_DATA, and others depending on the specific document type.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to assist in resolving the authorization issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the document type you are trying to create.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or document type for additional guidance or known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or training materials related to user roles and authorizations to better understand how to manage them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SWF_UTL_002004 error.