How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_OP045 - You do not have authorization to reverse clearing (object &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_OP -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: You do not have authorization to reverse clearing (object &1)

What causes this issue?

The system checked whether authorization object &V1& is entered in your
user master record with the activity <LS>Change</>. This is not the
case.

System Response

Resetting of the clearing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Arrange for the necessary authorizations to be entered in your user
master record.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP045 - You do not have authorization to reverse clearing (object &1) ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP045 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to reverse a clearing document in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform a transaction that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to perform the reversal of the clearing document. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configurations that restrict certain users from reversing clearings based on their roles or the nature of the transaction.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on who can reverse them, based on company policy or system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorization objects for reversing clearings.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to modify the user’s roles or add the required authorization objects. The relevant authorization object for reversing clearings is typically F_BKPF_BES (for document management) and F_BKPF_AKT (for document type).
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check if there are any specific configuration settings in the G/L module that restrict the reversal of clearings for certain users or document types.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the processes and understand the authorization requirements for reversing clearings to prevent future occurrences.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  FBRA: Reversal of Document
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  F_BKPF_BES: Authorization for Document Management
  F_BKPF_AKT: Authorization for Document Type
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_OP045 error and ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to reverse clearing documents in SAP.