How To Fix FARR_ACCR_MAIN325 - Not authorized to run cntr. shift for co. code &1 and acct. principle &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_ACCR_MAIN - Revenue Accounting - Accrual Management

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Not authorized to run cntr. shift for co. code &1 and acct. principle &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN325 - Not authorized to run cntr. shift for co. code &1 and acct. principle &2 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN325 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a "contract shift" for a specific company code and account principle. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and asset accounting within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user attempting to execute the contract shift operation. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user does not have the necessary roles assigned that allow them to perform the contract shift for the specified company code and account principle.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the transaction may not be properly configured to include the user or the specific company code/account principle combination.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be set up correctly, or the user may not belong to the appropriate user groups that have the required permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations for the contract shift operation.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects (e.g., F_SKA1_AKT, F_SKA1_BET, etc.) to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for the specific company code and account principle.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help analyze the authorization setup and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt the operation again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that govern access to financial transactions in SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to authorization management and financial transactions for further guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN325.