How To Fix COM_PAYCARD_AUTH118 - Requirement for authorization not fulfilled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PAYCARD_AUTH -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Requirement for authorization not fulfilled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PAYCARD_AUTH118 - Requirement for authorization not fulfilled. ?

  The SAP error message COM_PAYCARD_AUTH118 indicates that a requirement for authorization has not been fulfilled, which typically occurs in the context of payment card processing or transactions that require specific user permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user attempting the transaction does not have the necessary authorization to perform the action related to payment card processing.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not be configured correctly in the SAP system, leading to insufficient permissions.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles, which can trigger this error.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings that require specific authorizations for certain actions that the user is trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the action related to payment card processing.
  Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or add the necessary authorizations. This can be done by a system administrator or someone with the appropriate access rights.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the user's authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to payment card processing in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with the required authorizations for users.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment card processing and authorization management to understand the requirements and best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU53 (Authorization Check) to analyze authorization failures and troubleshoot issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further investigation.