How To Fix WPLG047 - No authorization for manual, external space management

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPLG - Interfaces for Space Management

• Message number: 047

• Message text: No authorization for manual, external space management

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPLG047 - No authorization for manual, external space management ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WPLG047 - No authorization for manual, external space management
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a user attempts to perform manual or external space management activities in the Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system but lacks the necessary authorizations. Specifically, the user does not have the required authorization objects or roles assigned to carry out manual space management tasks such as creating, changing, or deleting storage bins or managing storage space externally.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Manual, external space management refers to the process where warehouse space (storage bins, sections, or storage types) is managed manually by the user or through external systems, rather than automatically by the system.
  SAP restricts these activities to authorized users only to prevent unauthorized or accidental changes that could disrupt warehouse operations.
  The error message indicates that the system has detected an attempt to perform such an action without the proper authorization.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorization objects related to warehouse space management.
  
  
  
  Relevant Authorization Objects:
  
  L_WMSP_MAN – Authorization for manual space management.
  L_WMSP_EXT – Authorization for external space management.
  Other related objects might include:
  
  L_WMSP_BIN – Authorization for storage bin management.
  L_WMSP_TY – Authorization for storage type management.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign or Adjust Roles:
  
  Assign roles that include these authorization objects with the appropriate activity values (e.g., create, change, display).
  If custom roles are used, ensure these authorization objects are included and properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjusting authorizations, test the transaction or process again to confirm the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in scenarios where warehouse space is managed manually or integrated with external warehouse management systems.
  Always follow the principle of least privilege when assigning authorizations to avoid unnecessary access.
  If unsure about which roles or authorization objects to assign, consult your SAP Security or Basis team.
  Refer to SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on warehouse management authorizations.
  
  
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  Error Message
  WPLG047 - No authorization for manual, external space management
  
  
  Cause
  User lacks required authorization to perform manual or external space management tasks.
  
  
  Solution
  Assign appropriate roles/authorization objects (e.g., L_WMSP_MAN, L_WMSP_EXT) to user.
  
  
  Related Objects
  L_WMSP_MAN, L_WMSP_EXT, L_WMSP_BIN, L_WMSP_TY
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the exact roles or authorization objects in your system, you can use transaction SUIM to search for roles containing these objects or consult your SAP security administrator.