How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT736 - An unknown error occurred when calling 'FCLM_BAM_AUTHORITY_CHECK'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 736

• Message text: An unknown error occurred when calling 'FCLM_BAM_AUTHORITY_CHECK'

What causes this issue?

An unknown error occurred when calling the function module
'FCLM_BAM_AUTHORITY_CHECK'

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT736 - An unknown error occurred when calling 'FCLM_BAM_AUTHORITY_CHECK' ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT736 with the description "An unknown error occurred when calling 'FCLM_BAM_AUTHORITY_CHECK'" typically indicates an issue related to authorization checks within the SAP system, particularly in the context of the Financial Closing cockpit or related modules.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the Financial Closing cockpit or related components that are causing the authority check to fail.
  System Bugs: There could be a bug in the SAP system or a specific version that is causing this error to occur.
  Data Issues: In some cases, the data being processed may be causing the authority check to fail, such as invalid or incomplete entries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the functionality that is being attempted. This can be done using transaction SU53 to analyze the last authorization check.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the Financial Closing cockpit or any related components to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Look for any recent changes in configuration that might have led to this issue.
  
  
  
  System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and patches. Sometimes, these errors are resolved in newer versions of the software.
  Check the SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message and apply any recommended fixes.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the function module FCLM_BAM_AUTHORITY_CHECK to identify the root cause of the error.
  This may require assistance from a developer or SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU53 (Authorization Check), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for debugging.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to FCLM_BAM_MAINT736 or FCLM_BAM_AUTHORITY_CHECK for any specific guidance or patches.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Financial Closing cockpit to understand the expected configurations and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message effectively.