How To Fix FILAE408 - No authorization to change acct determination def. for one-time postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FILAE - Messages for Lease Accounting Engine

• Message number: 408

• Message text: No authorization to change acct determination def. for one-time postings

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FILAE408 - No authorization to change acct determination def. for one-time postings ?

  The SAP error message FILAE408 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change the account determination definition for one-time postings. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with one-time accounts in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the account determination settings for one-time postings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to change account determination settings. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or add a new role that includes the necessary permissions. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing transaction code PFCG to edit the user role.
  Adding the necessary authorization objects related to account determination (e.g., F_BKPF_BES, F_BKPF_BK, etc.).
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the required authorizations and make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to user roles or authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to account determination settings in SAP FI.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to account determination include:
  
  OBYC (Automatic Account Determination)
  OBXL (Account Determination for One-Time Customers)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FILAE408 error and allow the user to change account determination definitions for one-time postings.