How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION569 - You are not authorized to start the migration report

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 569

• Message text: You are not authorized to start the migration report

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION569 - You are not authorized to start the migration report ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION569 indicates that a user is not authorized to start the migration report in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, particularly when dealing with the migration of asset data.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of necessary authorizations for the user attempting to execute the migration report. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for executing migration reports.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to allow access to the migration functionality.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for executing migration reports in Asset Accounting.
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document: Authorization for Document Type)
  F_FAA_AKT (Asset Accounting: Authorization for Asset Transactions)
  F_FAA_MIG (Asset Accounting: Authorization for Migration)
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the 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 make changes to user roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to run the migration report again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration report being executed for any additional requirements or considerations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the migration report or authorization problems.
  User Management: Ensure that user management practices are in place to regularly review and update user roles and authorizations to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.