How To Fix WXP690 - No authorization for displaying the interface for planning step &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 690

• Message text: No authorization for displaying the interface for planning step &2

What causes this issue?

You want to display interfaces for planning step &V2&. You do not,
however, have authorization for this.
SYSTEM_RESPONSE<(>&<)>
Processing was cancelled.
WHAT_TO_DO<(>&<)>
Contact your system administrator for authorization to display
interfaces for planning scenario/planning step &V1&/&V2&. The relevant
authorization object is <ZH>W_WXP_INT</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP690 - No authorization for displaying the interface for planning step &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP690 No authorization for displaying the interface for planning step &2
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs because the user does not have the necessary authorization to display or access the interface related to a specific planning step in SAP. The planning step (represented by &2 in the message) is a part of the workflow or planning process, and SAP restricts access based on user roles and authorizations.
  In other words, the user is trying to view or interact with a planning step interface for which they lack the required permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Specifically, check for authorizations related to the planning step or workflow objects.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the authorization object controlling access to the planning step interface. Common authorization objects related to workflow and planning steps include:
  
  S_WF_BPT (Business Process Type)
  S_WF_STEP (Workflow Step)
  S_WF_OBJ (Workflow Object)
  
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary values for these authorization objects assigned in their roles.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role or Create a New Role:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, update their existing role or create a new role with the necessary permissions.
  Assign the role to the user and test access again.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Step Configuration:
  
  Sometimes, the planning step itself might have specific restrictions configured.
  Review the planning step settings in the relevant customizing or workflow configuration to ensure it is not restricted unnecessarily.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation or Support:
  
  If unsure about which authorization objects or roles are needed, consult SAP documentation or open a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01 – User Maintenance
  PFCG – Role Maintenance
  SWI1 – Workflow Logs
  SWDD – Workflow Builder (to check workflow steps)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_WF_BPT – Business Process Type
  S_WF_STEP – Workflow Step
  S_WF_OBJ – Workflow Object
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  This error is common in environments with strict role-based access control.
  Always follow the principle of least privilege when assigning authorizations.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific planning step or workflow context, I can help identify the exact authorization objects or roles needed.