How To Fix CACSMD835 - contract is being checked; no authorization for activation/change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSMD - Message Texts for Master Data

• Message number: 835

• Message text: contract is being checked; no authorization for activation/change

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSMD835 - contract is being checked; no authorization for activation/change ?

  The SAP error message CACSMD835 indicates that a user is attempting to activate or change a contract in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (SAP CAR) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object to activate or change the contract. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Authorization Profile Issues: The user's authorization profile may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow changes or activations, although this is less common for this specific error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Update User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, you may need to assign the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorization objects for contract management.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user is granted the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Common authorization objects related to contract management include F_SKA1_AKT (for activating contracts) and F_SKA1_CHG (for changing contracts). Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Check Contract Status:
  
  Verify the status of the contract to ensure it is in a state that allows for activation or changes. If the contract is locked or in a completed state, it may require additional steps to modify.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles related to contract management.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CACSMD835 error and enable the user to activate or change contracts as needed.