How To Fix FCO609 - No authorization to enter failure costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO - Messages for Failure Cost Processing FCO

• Message number: 609

• Message text: No authorization to enter failure costs

INCLUDE FCO_AUTHORITY_CHECK OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO609 - No authorization to enter failure costs ?

  The SAP error message FCO609, which states "No authorization to enter failure costs," typically occurs when a user attempts to enter failure costs in the system but lacks the necessary authorization to do so. This error is related to the authorization checks in SAP, which are designed to ensure that users can only perform actions for which they have been granted permission.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to enter failure costs. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that only certain users or roles are allowed to enter failure costs.
  User Role Changes: If a user's role has been changed or if they have recently been assigned a new role, they may not have the necessary permissions that were previously granted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization for entering failure costs.
  This may involve adding the user to a role that has the necessary authorizations or modifying an existing role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the processes and understand the authorization requirements for entering failure costs.
  Maintain documentation on the roles and authorizations required for various transactions to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization object related to entering failure costs may vary based on the configuration of your SAP system. Common authorization objects include F_SKA1_AKT (for activity authorization) or others related to cost accounting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization settings related to failure costs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCO609 error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to enter failure costs in SAP.