How To Fix WL066 - You do not have authorization to forward the work item

WL066 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WL - Workflow: run-time messages

• Message number: 066

• Message text: You do not have authorization to forward the work item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL066 - You do not have authorization to forward the work item ?

  The SAP error message WL066, which states "You do not have authorization to forward the work item," typically occurs when a user attempts to forward a work item in the SAP Business Workflow but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to forward work items. This is often related to the user's role or profile in the SAP system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for workflow actions.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow itself may have restrictions or conditions that prevent certain users from forwarding work items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG (Profile Generator)