How To Fix FITP103 - Trip & awaiting approval (no authorization for approval)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITP -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Trip & awaiting approval (no authorization for approval)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITP103 - Trip & awaiting approval (no authorization for approval) ?

  The SAP error message FITP103 indicates that a user is attempting to approve a trip or travel request but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Travel Management, where specific roles and authorizations are required to approve travel expenses or requests.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization roles assigned in the SAP system to approve trips.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the approval process.
  Organizational Structure: The user may not be part of the correct organizational unit that is allowed to approve trips.
  Workflow Settings: There may be issues with the workflow configuration that prevent the user from being able to approve trips.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by an administrator using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate role that includes authorization for trip approval (e.g., TRV_APPR or similar roles depending on your organization's configuration).
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, an administrator can modify the role or assign a new role that includes the required permissions for trip approval.
  
  
  Review Organizational Assignment: Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct organizational unit that has the authority to approve trips. This can be checked in the user’s profile.
  
  
  Workflow Configuration: If the issue persists, review the workflow settings related to travel approvals. Ensure that the workflow is correctly configured and that the user is included in the approval path.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the approval process again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 for user maintenance, PFCG for role maintenance, and SWDD for workflow management.
  Authorization Objects: Understand the specific authorization objects related to travel management, such as S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, and any custom objects that may be in use.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations in SAP Travel Management.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.