How To Fix WSTI_CALC069 - You do not have authorization to calculate the book inventory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI_CALC - Physical Inventory Messages: Book Inv. Calc. at Count Time

• Message number: 069

• Message text: You do not have authorization to calculate the book inventory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI_CALC069 - You do not have authorization to calculate the book inventory ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WSTI_CALC069: You do not have authorization to calculate the book inventory:
  
  Error Message
  WSTI_CALC069
  
  You do not have authorization to calculate the book inventory.
  
  Cause
  This error occurs because the user attempting to perform the book inventory calculation in SAP does not have the required authorization. The authorization check fails when the system verifies if the user has the necessary permissions to execute the inventory calculation transaction or function.
  In SAP, inventory calculations (especially in Warehouse Management or Inventory Management modules) are protected by specific authorization objects to ensure only authorized personnel can perform these sensitive operations.
  
  Typical Scenarios
  
  User tries to run inventory calculation transaction (e.g., in Warehouse Management or Inventory Management).
  User lacks the required authorization object or the correct activity within that object.
  Authorization profile assigned to the user is incomplete or missing relevant permissions.
  
  
  Authorization Objects Involved
  Common authorization objects related to inventory calculation include:
  
  M_MATE_WRK – Material Master: Plant authorization  
  L_TMWSTI – Warehouse Management: Inventory management  
  M_INVENT – Inventory management: Inventory documents  
  S_TCODE – Transaction code authorization (e.g., for transaction codes related to inventory calculation)
  
  The exact authorization object depends on the specific transaction or program used for the inventory calculation.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Identify the Transaction or Program
  
  Determine which transaction code or program the user is running when the error occurs.
  
  
  Check Authorization Objects
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the last failed authorization check. This will show which authorization object and activity the user is missing.
  
  
  Update User Roles/Profiles  
  
  Add the missing authorization objects and activities to the user's role/profile.
  Ensure the user has authorization for the relevant plant, storage location, or warehouse number as required.
  Include authorization for the specific transaction code if missing.
  
  
  
  Test the Authorization
  
  After updating the roles, have the user log off and log back in, then retry the inventory calculation.
  
  
  Consult Security Team
  
  If you do not have authorization to change roles, coordinate with your SAP security or BASIS team to update the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transactions related to inventory calculation might be LX02, LX03, or custom transactions depending on your SAP setup.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to authorization for inventory calculation.
  Audit and Compliance: Inventory calculation is a critical operation; ensure that only authorized users have access to prevent data inconsistencies or fraud.
  Documentation: Refer to your company’s SAP security and authorization documentation for role design and assignment policies.
  
  
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  Error
  WSTI_CALC069: You do not have authorization to calculate the book inventory
  
  
  Cause
  Missing authorization for inventory calculation transaction or function
  
  
  Solution
  Check failed authorization with SU53, update user roles to include required authorization objects and activities
  
  
  Key Tools
  SU53, PFCG (Role maintenance), SAP Security Team
  
  
  Related Objects
  L_TMWSTI, M_INVENT, M_MATE_WRK, S_TCODE
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction code or process you are using, I can help identify the precise authorization object and activity needed.