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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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) to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user's role to include the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to workflow include:
  
  S_WFAR: Workflow Authorization
  S_WF_OBJ: Workflow Object Authorization
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform actions on the specific work item type.
  
  
  
  Consult Workflow Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with the workflow administrator to check if there are any specific configurations or restrictions in the workflow that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, test the forwarding action again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the WL066 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow management and authorization concepts to better understand how to manage user permissions effectively.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage their workflow tasks and understand the authorization model in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WL066 error and enable the user to forward work items as needed.