How To Fix FDM_GENERAL072 - You are not authorized to change the promise to pay

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_GENERAL - FSCM-DM Integration: Interface Layer

• Message number: 072

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the promise to pay

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_GENERAL072 - You are not authorized to change the promise to pay ?

  The SAP error message FDM_GENERAL072 ("You are not authorized to change the promise to pay") typically occurs in the context of the Financial Debt Management (FDM) module when a user attempts to modify a promise to pay (PTP) record without having the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required permissions to change the promise to pay. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that restrict certain users from making changes to PTP records.
  Document Status: The promise to pay may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it may be finalized or locked).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify promise to pay records.
  You may need to work with your SAP security team to grant the appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the FDM module to see if there are any restrictions placed on modifying promises to pay.
  Ensure that the settings align with your organization's policies and procedures.
  
  
  
  Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the promise to pay record. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change the status or consult with a supervisor or administrator for further action.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific authorizations required for modifying promise to pay records.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the FDM module that may help in managing promises to pay.
  User Roles: Understand the roles assigned to users in your organization and how they relate to the FDM module.
  Audit Logs: Check audit logs for any recent changes or attempts to modify PTP records that may provide insight into the issue.
  
  By addressing the authorization and configuration aspects, you should be able to resolve the error and allow the necessary changes to be made to the promise to pay records.