How To Fix FKK_CM246 - You are not authorized to change the work item

FKK_CM246 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_CM -

• Message number: 246

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the work item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_CM246 - You are not authorized to change the work item ?

  The SAP error message FKK_CM246, which states "You are not authorized to change the work item," typically occurs in the context of SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA). This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to modify a specific work item in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to change the work item. This could be due to missing authorization objects related to work item management.
  Work Item Status: The work item may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being locked or already processed.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not be correctly configured to include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or work item type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check