How To Fix FIEBPP051 - You are not authorized to pay using bank collection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEBPP - Biller Direct

• Message number: 051

• Message text: You are not authorized to pay using bank collection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEBPP051 - You are not authorized to pay using bank collection ?

  The SAP error message FIEBPP051 indicates that a user is not authorized to process payments using bank collection. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions where bank collections are involved, such as when trying to execute a payment run or process a payment document.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization for the user to perform bank collection transactions. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have the necessary roles assigned in their user profile to execute bank collection payments.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: Specific authorization objects related to payment processing may not be granted to the user.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain users from executing bank collection payments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FIEBPP051 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include permissions for bank collection payments.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects (e.g., F_BKPF_BES, F_BKPF_BUK) to ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the company code and payment method being used.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which roles or authorizations are needed, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the necessary permissions based on your organization’s policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt the transaction again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to payment processing functions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines regarding payment processing and user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the FIEBPP051 error.