How To Fix WS728 - No authorization to release trading contract type &1 (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 728

• Message text: No authorization to release trading contract type &1 (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS728 - No authorization to release trading contract type &1 (&2) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS728 No authorization to release trading contract type &1 (&2)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a user attempts to release (approve) a trading contract type in SAP but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. The system checks the user's authorizations against the required authorization objects for releasing trading contracts, and if the user lacks the required permissions, this error is triggered.
  
  &1 = Trading contract type (e.g., a specific contract category)
  &2 = Additional information, often the user or transaction context
  
  
  Explanation:
  In SAP, releasing a trading contract type is a controlled activity that requires specific authorization. This is to ensure that only authorized personnel can approve or release contracts, maintaining control and compliance.
  The authorization check typically involves the authorization object WS_TRCT (or similar, depending on the SAP module and version), which controls access to trading contract types and their release.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the last failed authorization check.
  Identify which authorization object and field values are missing.
  
  
  
  Grant Required Authorization:
  
  The user needs authorization for the relevant authorization object controlling trading contract release, often WS_TRCT.
  The authorization should include the specific trading contract type(s) the user needs to release.
  Example fields to check in the authorization object:
  
  TRCTYP (Trading Contract Type)
  ACTVT (Activity, e.g., 02 for change, 03 for display, 12 for release)
  
  
  
  
  
  Update Roles:
  
  Update the user's role(s) in transaction PFCG to include the necessary authorization.
  Transport the updated role to the production system if applicable.
  
  
  
  Test:
  
  After updating the authorization, have the user try to release the trading contract type again.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG – Role maintenance
  SU53 – Display authorization check failure
  WS01 or module-specific transactions for trading contract management
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  WS_TRCT – Authorization object for trading contract types (check your system for exact object name)
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Always follow your organization's security policies when granting authorizations.
  If unsure about the authorization object or fields, consult your SAP security team or check SAP documentation for your specific module/version.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact SAP module or transaction where this error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.