How To Fix CMCB_MSG314 - No authorization to complete cycle id &1 on area &2 and org unit &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMCB_MSG - Cash Budgeting Message Class

• Message number: 314

• Message text: No authorization to complete cycle id &1 on area &2 and org unit &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMCB_MSG314 - No authorization to complete cycle id &1 on area &2 and org unit &3 ?

  The SAP error message CMCB_MSG314 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to complete a specific cycle in the context of a particular area and organizational unit. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Project System (PS) when a user attempts to execute a process (like a settlement or a closing operation) for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the necessary roles or authorizations assigned to perform the action on the specified cycle, area, or organizational unit.
  Incorrect Configuration: The authorization objects related to the cycle, area, or organizational unit may not be correctly configured in the system.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct user roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check 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.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the cycle, area, and organizational unit in question.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to the specific cycle and organizational unit are included in the user’s role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to perform the action again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to controlling and project systems include C_TCODE, C_PCA_CCL, C_PCA_CYC, and others depending on the specific operations being performed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on authorization management and best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.