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