How To Fix SWR201 - No authorization to change the agents for work item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWR - Business Workflow: WAPI Interfaces

• Message number: 201

• Message text: No authorization to change the agents for work item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWR201 - No authorization to change the agents for work item &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWR201 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change the agents for a specific work item. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where users may need to modify the agents assigned to a work item but lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary authorization object that allows them to change the agents for work items. The relevant authorization object is usually S_WFAR_EVE (Workflow: Change Agent).
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization object (S_WFAR_EVE) with the appropriate activity (e.g., change).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt to change the agents for the work item again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_WFAR_EVE: This authorization object is related to workflow events and allows users to change agents for work items.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to authorization issues in workflows.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SWR201 error message.