How To Fix FKKINV688 - No authorization to set a printing lock for &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 688

• Message text: No authorization to set a printing lock for &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV688 - No authorization to set a printing lock for &1. ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV688 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to set a printing lock for a specific document or item. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules, where printing locks are used to prevent multiple print jobs for the same document.
  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 permissions when attempting to set a printing lock, and if the user does not have the required authorization object, 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 Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for printing locks in FI-CA is typically F_KKINV (for invoice processing). Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for this object.
  Check the specific fields within the authorization object that may be restricting access.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their role or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  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 authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to perform the action that triggered the error again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for FI-CA and printing processes to understand how printing locks are managed and the implications of authorization settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the FKKINV688 error.