How To Fix FAA_MD087 - You don't have authorization for segment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 087

• Message text: You don't have authorization for segment &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD087 - You don't have authorization for segment &1 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD087, which states "You don't have authorization for segment &1," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when a user attempts to access or modify a segment of asset data for which they do not have the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization to access or modify the specified asset segment.
  Authorization Object: The relevant authorization object (e.g., F_SKA1_AKT, F_SKA1_BER, etc.) may not be properly assigned to the user's role.
  Segment-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions in place for certain segments of asset data that limit access based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAA_MD087 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  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 profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the asset segment in question.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to Asset Accounting are included in the role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for Asset Accounting, such as:
  
  F_SKA1_AKT (Authorization for Asset Master Data)
  F_SKA1_BER (Authorization for Asset Transactions)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the FAA_MD087 error message.