How To Fix FARR_ACCR_UI128 - 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_UI - Revenue Accounting - Accrual Management

• Message number: 128

• 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_UI128 - Not authorized to set periods of CoCd &1 and AcctPr. &2 to In-Closing ?

  The SAP error message FARR_ACCR_UI128 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 within SAP.
  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.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configurations that restrict certain users from changing the status of periods, especially during the closing process.
  Period Locking: The period may already be locked for changes due to the closing process being in progress or completed.
  
  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.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures after the error occurs. This will show which authorization checks failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles or permissions. This may involve adding the user to a role that has the required access for financial closing activities.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to period closing. Ensure that there are no restrictions that prevent the user from making the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If the period is locked due to the closing process, consult with the finance team to determine if the period can be unlocked or if the user should wait until the closing process is complete.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (to manage posting periods) and F.01 (to check financial statements) to understand the current status of periods and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues related to period closing.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial closing processes and authorization management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Training: Consider providing training for users involved in the financial closing process to ensure they understand the authorization requirements and procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FARR_ACCR_UI128 and ensure that the user has the necessary access to perform their tasks.