How To Fix FAA_CMP018 - You are not authorized to edit company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_CMP - Asset Accounting: Configuration Object Company Code

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You are not authorized to edit company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_CMP018 - You are not authorized to edit company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_CMP018, which states "You are not authorized to edit company code &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module for a company code for which they do not have the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to edit or make changes to the specified company code. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Company Code Configuration: The company code may be configured in such a way that certain users are restricted from making changes.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include permissions for the specific company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should update the user's roles to include the necessary authorizations for the company code in question.
  Ensure that the user has the relevant authorization objects, such as F_BKPF_BES (Authorization for Company Code) and F_FAA_AKT (Authorization for Asset Accounting).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to Asset Accounting and company codes.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to Asset Accounting include:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations for Asset Accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the FAA_CMP018 error.