How To Fix FKK_EBS171 - User &1 does not have authorization for mass reversal

FKK_EBS171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_EBS - Interface between FI-CA and External Billing System

• Message number: 171

• Message text: User &1 does not have authorization for mass reversal

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FKK_EBS171 - Details

• The SAP error message FKK_EBS171 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a mass reversal in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA).
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The system checks the user's authorizations when attempting to execute a mass reversal, and if the required permissions are not granted, the error is triggered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for mass reversal operations.
  
  
  
  Add Required Authorizations:
  
  If