How To Fix FIN_FAR_BS016 - Missing authorization to create bank statements.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_FAR_BS - Message for API Bank Statement

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Missing authorization to create bank statements.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_FAR_BS016 - Missing authorization to create bank statements. ?

  The SAP error message FIN_FAR_BS016 indicates that a user lacks the necessary authorization to create bank statements in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, specifically in the Bank Accounting area. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform a transaction or access a function that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user does not have the required authorization roles assigned to their user profile.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization object related to bank statement processing (e.g., F_BKPF_BS for bank statements) may not be properly configured for the user.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may have been changed, leading to the loss of necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, a system administrator or security officer should assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for creating bank statements.
  Common roles that may include these authorizations are those related to financial accounting or bank accounting.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the roles are correct but the user still faces issues, check the specific authorization objects related to bank statements (e.g., F_BKPF_BS) and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions (like create, change, display).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team or basis team to review and adjust the user’s authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in, then attempt to create the bank statement again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP that pertain to bank accounting and financial transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to bank statements include:
  
  FF67: Manual Bank Statement
  FF.5: Display Bank Statement
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with your organization’s security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIN_FAR_BS016 error and enable the user to create bank statements successfully.