How To Fix FAC_OPP_MESSAGE002 - You are not authorized to change Posting Period Variant &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAC_OPP_MESSAGE - Maintain posting period

• Message number: 002

• Message text: You are not authorized to change Posting Period Variant &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAC_OPP_MESSAGE002 - You are not authorized to change Posting Period Variant &1. ?

  The SAP error message FAC_OPP_MESSAGE002 indicates that a user is attempting to change a Posting Period Variant but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where posting periods are managed.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to change the Posting Period Variant. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that restrict changes to posting periods based on user roles or organizational units.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct user roles that include the necessary permissions for changing posting periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, a system administrator or security officer should modify the user’s roles to include the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to posting periods include:
  
  F_BKPF_BES (Authorization for Document Posting)
  F_BKPF_AKT (Authorization for Account Management)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate access to the relevant company codes and controlling areas.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for posting periods in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that there are no additional restrictions in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and user roles.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.