How To Fix VR124 - %A You have no authorization to display the work list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 124

• Message text: %A You have no authorization to display the work list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR124 - %A You have no authorization to display the work list ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VR124 %A You have no authorization to display the work list
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs because the user does not have the necessary authorization to display or access the work list in the SAP system. The work list is typically related to workflow tasks or specific application areas where authorizations are strictly controlled.
  The placeholder %A in the message usually indicates the specific work list or application area for which the authorization is missing.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The user is trying to display a work list (e.g., workflow inbox, task list, or a specific application work list).
  The system checks the user's authorizations against the required authorization objects.
  If the user lacks the required authorization, the system throws the VR124 error.
  
  
  Common Authorization Objects Involved:
  
  S_WL_TASK – Authorization for workflow tasks.
  S_WF_BPT – Business process type authorization.
  S_WF_WI – Workflow work item authorization.
  S_TCODE – Authorization for transaction codes.
  Other application-specific authorization objects depending on the work list.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the missing authorization:
  
  Check the exact work list or application area indicated by %A.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  Alternatively, check the system log or developer trace for authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Grant the required authorization:
  
  Based on the missing authorization object(s), update the user's role(s) in PFCG to include the necessary authorizations.
  For workflow-related work lists, ensure the user has the appropriate workflow authorizations (e.g., S_WL_TASK, S_WF_WI).
  For application-specific work lists, check the relevant authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Test the access:
  
  After updating the roles, have the user log off and log back in.
  Retry displaying the work list to confirm the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  If unsure, consult with your SAP Security/Authorization team to ensure proper and secure authorization assignment.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in workflow scenarios or when accessing task lists in SAP.
  Always follow the principle of least privilege when assigning authorizations.
  If the work list is related to a custom application or module, check with the functional consultant or developer for specific authorization requirements.
  Sometimes, the error can also occur if the user is trying to access a work list that does not exist or is not assigned to them.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  VR124 %A You have no authorization to display the work list
  
  
  Cause
  Missing authorization to display the specified work list
  
  
  Solution
  Check missing authorizations via SU53, update user roles with required authorization objects (e.g., S_WL_TASK, S_WF_WI)
  
  
  Related Transactions
  SU53 (authorization check), PFCG (role maintenance), SWI1 (workflow inbox)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact value of %A or the context (e.g., which transaction or work list you are trying to access), I can help you identify the precise authorization object needed.