How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI006 - You are not authorized to change account determination settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 006

• Message text: You are not authorized to change account determination settings

What causes this issue?

You attempted to change the Account Determination configuration for
Revenue Accounting without the necessary change authorization.

System Response

The operation was terminated.

How to fix this error?

The system uses the F_RR_ACCTD authorization object to grant you access
to the Account Determination configuration. However, your user master
record does not contain the F_RR_ACCTD authorization object or the
authorization object only grants you display access.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI006 - You are not authorized to change account determination settings ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI006 indicates that a user is attempting to change account determination settings but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The specific authorization object that governs access to account determination settings in SAP is usually related to the FI-CA module, and it may involve settings for account determination or configuration changes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This transaction will show the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for account determination settings may include:
  
  F_SKA1_AKT (for general account determination)
  F_SKA1_AKT (for specific account determination settings)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This typically requires the involvement of a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions to manage user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations for the FI-CA module to ensure compliance with your organization's security policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the error message.
  Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on authorization management in the FI-CA module.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.