How To Fix FAA_MD031 - You don't have authorization for company code &1, plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 031

• Message text: You don't have authorization for company code &1, plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD031 - You don't have authorization for company code &1, plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD031 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific company code and plant combination. This error typically arises in the context of asset accounting or materials management, where access to certain organizational units is restricted based on user roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform an action does not have the required authorization for the specified company code and plant.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to access the specified company code and plant.
  Missing Authorizations: Specific authorizations related to asset management or plant management may not be assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to company codes and plants. Common authorization objects include:
  
  F_BKPF_BES: Authorization for company code
  F_FAGL_BLA: Authorization for asset accounting
  M_BEST_BSA: Authorization for purchasing
  
  
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the specific company code and plant.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Audit Logs: Check audit logs for any changes made to user roles or authorizations that might have led to this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_MD031 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate access to the specified company code and plant.