How To Fix FCC1018 - Enter a responsible agent

FCC1018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCC1 - Messages in Financial Closing Cockpit

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Enter a responsible agent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCC1018 - Enter a responsible agent ?

  The SAP error message FCC1018, which states "Enter a responsible agent," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user is trying to create or modify a document or transaction that requires the assignment of a responsible agent (or person) but has not provided this information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Responsible Agent: The most common cause of this error is that the field for the responsible agent is left blank. The system requires this information to proceed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that mandate the entry of a responsible agent for certain transactions or documents.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to assign a responsible agent, or the agent may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Responsible Agent: The simplest solution is to locate the field for the responsible agent in the relevant transaction or document and enter the appropriate