FAGL_POST_SERVICE021 - Error when calling 'FAGL_AUTHORITY_SEGMENT'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_POST_SERVICE - Messages for Package FAGL_POSTING_SERVICES

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Error when calling 'FAGL_AUTHORITY_SEGMENT'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE021 - Error when calling 'FAGL_AUTHORITY_SEGMENT' ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE021 typically occurs in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module when there is an issue related to authorization checks for posting documents. The specific error message indicates that there is a problem when calling the function module FAGL_AUTHORITY_SEGMENT, which is responsible for checking the necessary authorizations for posting in the G/L.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the posting may not have the necessary authorizations for the specific G/L account or the company code.
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the G/L account or the related authorization objects.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for the transaction.
  Segmentation Issues: If the G/L account is segmented, the user may not have the required authorizations for the specific segment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure details.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for the G/L account and company code are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Assignments:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the G/L account in transaction FS00 to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the necessary authorizations are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team to investigate further, especially if there are custom authorizations or roles involved.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user attempt the transaction again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check for relevant authorization objects such as F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document) and F_BKPF_AKT (Document Type).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support for further assistance.