How To Fix FARR_ACCR_DB085 - Not authorized to set periods of CoCd &1 and AcctPr. &2 to In-Closing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_ACCR_DB - Revenue Accounting - Accrual Management DB Access

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Not authorized to set periods of CoCd &1 and AcctPr. &2 to In-Closing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_ACCR_DB085 - Not authorized to set periods of CoCd &1 and AcctPr. &2 to In-Closing. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_ACCR_DB085 indicates that a user is not authorized to set the periods of a specific Company Code (CoCd) and Accounting Period (AcctPr) to "In-Closing." This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and closing processes, particularly in Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or related modules.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or permissions related to financial closing activities.
  Period Locking: The specified accounting period may already be locked for posting or closing activities, preventing any changes to its status.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that restrict certain users from changing the status of periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to change the status of accounting periods for the specified Company Code.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This can provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust their roles or add the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Verify Period Status:
  
  Check the status of the accounting period in question. Use transaction code OB52 to view and manage the open and closed periods for the Company Code. Ensure that the period is not locked for the user or for the Company Code.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may restrict period status changes. This may involve checking the configuration for financial closing processes.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  If necessary, escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  OB52: Maintain Fiscal Year Variants
  FBL1N/FBL3N: Display Vendor/GL Account Line Items (to check postings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the financial closing process and understand the implications of changing period statuses.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.