How To Fix CMMFSA_SUB_ACCOUNT007 - Missing authorization to create subaccounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMFSA_SUB_ACCOUNT - Commodity Derivative Order & Trade Execution : Sub Account

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Missing authorization to create subaccounts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMFSA_SUB_ACCOUNT007 - Missing authorization to create subaccounts ?

  The SAP error message CMMFSA_SUB_ACCOUNT007 indicates that a user is missing the necessary authorization to create subaccounts in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial or accounting modules where subaccounts are used to categorize and manage financial data.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to various functions and transactions is controlled through authorization objects. If the user does not have the required permissions to create subaccounts, the system will generate this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  Identify the roles assigned to the user and review the authorizations associated with those roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The specific authorization object related to creating subaccounts may vary depending on the configuration. Common authorization objects include:
  
  F_SAKNR (Authorization for G/L Account)
  F_BKPF_BSA (Authorization for Document Type)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Test the functionality to confirm that the user can now create subaccounts without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles and authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their configurations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to create subaccounts successfully.