How To Fix UKM_WC003 - You do not have authorization to display credit segment '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UKM_WC - Message Class for "Credit Management" Work Center

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display credit segment '&1'

What causes this issue?

You do not have the authorization required to display data in the '&V1&'
credit segment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, contact your system or user administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UKM_WC003 - You do not have authorization to display credit segment '&1' ?

  The SAP error message UKM_WC003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a specific credit segment in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Credit Management, where users need specific authorizations to access credit-related data.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The system checks the user's authorizations against the required permissions to access the credit segment, and if the user does not have the necessary rights, the error is triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve the UKM_WC003 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for credit management. Look for authorization objects related to credit management, such as UKM_CREDIT or UKM_CREDIT_SEGMENT.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the roles are updated correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After updating the roles, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for SAP Credit Management. Common objects include:
  
  UKM_CREDIT: General credit management authorizations.
  UKM_CREDIT_SEGMENT: Specific authorizations for credit segments.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems related to credit management.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of having the correct authorizations and how to request changes if they encounter similar issues in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UKM_WC003 error and ensure that users have the necessary access to credit segments in SAP.