How To Fix CMCB_MSG318 - No authorization to edit 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: 318

• Message text: No authorization to edit 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_MSG318 - No authorization to edit cycle id &1 on area &2 and org unit &3 ?

  The SAP error message CMCB_MSG318 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to edit a specific cycle in a given area and organizational unit. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Project System (PS) modules, where cycles are used for planning, budgeting, or controlling purposes.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorizations assigned to the user for the specific cycle identified by the cycle ID, area, and organizational unit. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the required roles or authorizations to edit the cycle.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include permissions for the specific area or organizational unit.
  Organizational Structure Changes: Changes in the organizational structure may lead to the user losing access to certain areas or units.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. This can involve:
  
  Adding the required authorization objects related to the cycle editing.
  Ensuring that the roles include access to the specific area and organizational unit.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to cycle editing in SAP CO include:
  
  K_CCA (Cost Center Accounting)
  K_CYC (Cycle Authorization)
  K_AUDIT (Audit Authorization)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the CMCB_MSG318 error.