How To Fix F2303 - No authorization for blocking the general data for this account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 303

• Message text: No authorization for blocking the general data for this account

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE 'NA_FI_BERECHTIGUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Authorization object:
&V1&
Parameter:
Authorization group: &V2&
Actions: &V3&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2303 - No authorization for blocking the general data for this account ?

  The SAP error message F2303, which states "No authorization for blocking the general data for this account," typically occurs when a user attempts to block or modify the general data of a vendor or customer account but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to block or modify the general data of the account. This is often related to the roles and profiles assigned to the user in the SAP system.
  Account Type Restrictions: The user may have permissions for certain account types (e.g., customers) but not for others (e.g., vendors).
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain actions based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization failure. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or SAP Basis team member should modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to blocking accounts include:
  
  F_BKPF_BLA: Authorization for blocking documents.
  F_LFA1_BLA: Authorization for blocking vendor master data.
  F_KNA1_BLA: Authorization for blocking customer master data.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can provide guidance on the appropriate roles and authorizations needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, the user should log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to block the account again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to vendor and customer master data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to understand the structure and requirements in your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F2303 error and successfully block the general data for the account in question.