How To Fix WO601 - You do not have authorization for the selected function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WO - WF: Messages for Workflow Wizards

• Message number: 601

• Message text: You do not have authorization for the selected function

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WARNING! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
! This message can only be used for missing authorizations !
! for authorization object S_WF_WI. !
! !
! Contents of message variables: see long text below !
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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

What causes this issue?

You do not have the
<DS:GLOS.3526B17CAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>authorization</> required to
execute this function.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If the missing authorization is required for your work, please contact
the system administration personnel responsible for assigning
authorizations within your company to have your user master data
extended to include the required authorization.
You should inform the system administration personnel that the
following authorization is missing:
Authorization object: S_WF_WI
Work item type: &V2&
Task class: &V3&
Activity: &V4&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WO601 - You do not have authorization for the selected function ?

  The SAP error message WO601 ("You do not have authorization for the selected function") typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a certain action does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This can occur in various SAP modules, including but not limited to SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, and others.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that is necessary to perform the action.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the necessary permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the required authorizations.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on user roles or profiles.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to specific organizational levels (e.g., company codes, plants) that are required for the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the function being accessed.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are required.
  Modify Roles: If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) to include the missing authorization objects.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  Testing: After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the function you are trying to access. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the WO601 error message.