How To Fix FKK_MDG_CHECK031 - No authorization for changing BP data in authorization group &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_MDG_CHECK - Contract Account Check Messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: No authorization for changing BP data in authorization group &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_MDG_CHECK031 - No authorization for changing BP data in authorization group &1. ?

  The SAP error message FKK_MDG_CHECK031 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change Business Partner (BP) data in a specific authorization group. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or when working with Business Partner data in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user attempting to make changes to the Business Partner data does not have the required authorization for the specified authorization group.
  Authorization Group Configuration: The authorization group assigned to the Business Partner data may not be correctly configured or may not include the user’s role.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to modify the Business Partner data in the specified authorization group.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify their roles to include the required authorizations for the specific authorization group.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorization objects, such as F_BKPF_BUP (for Business Partner) and any other relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Group Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the authorization group in the system. Ensure that the authorization group is correctly assigned to the Business Partner data and that the necessary roles are linked to it.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, test the changes by attempting to modify the Business Partner data again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to Business Partner data management, such as F_BKPF_BUP, which controls access to Business Partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to authorization errors in MDG or Business Partner management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Business Partner management and authorization concepts to better understand how to configure and manage authorizations effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.