How To Fix FKJO188 - Activity &2 is defined for user key &1, not activity &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKJO - Job Commander Messages

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Activity &2 is defined for user key &1, not activity &3

What causes this issue?

A run of activity &2 is defined for user key &1. However, report
<LS>FKJO_SCHEDULE</> was called up with activity &3. This inconsistency
was caused by a verification.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the entries of report <LS>FKJO_SCHEDULE</>.
If you have entered the correct activity, then the activity of the run
defined for user key &1 is probably incorrect.
If you have entered the incorrect activity, calling up function module
<LS>FKJO_JC_PARAMS_ADD,</> that takes place further up in the flow logic
is incorrect.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKJO188 - Activity &2 is defined for user key &1, not activity &3 ?

  The SAP error message FKJO188 indicates that there is a mismatch between the activities defined for a user key and the activities that the system is trying to execute. Specifically, it means that the activity you are trying to perform (activity &3) is not defined for the user key (&1) in the context of the specified activity (&2).
  Cause:
  
  User Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorization to perform the requested activity. The user key may be linked to a specific set of activities, and the one being attempted is not included.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the activities for the user key are not properly set up.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that include the necessary activities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the authorizations assigned to the user key (&1).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the activity (&3).
  
  
  
  Review Activity Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the user key in the relevant customizing settings. This can often be found in the transaction codes related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SPRO for general configuration).
  Ensure that the activity (&3) is included in the list of activities for the user key (&1).
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary activities.
  You can use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the required activities and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that govern the activities in your SAP system.
  User Roles: Understand the roles assigned to users and how they relate to the activities they can perform.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FKJO188 error and implement a solution to resolve it.