How To Fix FMCA1755 - You are not authorized to write off items with write-off reasons &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA1 - IS-PS-CA: Messages about Contract A/R & A/P

• Message number: 755

• Message text: You are not authorized to write off items with write-off reasons &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA1755 - You are not authorized to write off items with write-off reasons &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMCA1755 indicates that a user is attempting to write off items using a specific write-off reason for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This error typically occurs in the context of financial management, particularly in the area of asset accounting or accounts receivable.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to perform write-offs for the specified write-off reason.
  Configuration Settings: The write-off reason may be configured in such a way that only certain users or roles are allowed to use it.
  Role Assignment: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions to execute the write-off transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the write-off reason in question.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Assignments:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, a system administrator or security officer should adjust the user's role assignments to include the required permissions.
  This may involve adding the user to a role that has the necessary authorizations for the specific write-off reason.
  
  
  
  Review Write-off Reason Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the write-off reason in the system (transaction code OBY6 for write-off reasons in Financial Accounting).
  Ensure that the write-off reason is correctly set up and that the appropriate authorizations are assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with the SAP security team or the person responsible for managing user roles and authorizations in your organization.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for writing off items and understand the authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance) to check and modify user authorizations.
  PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  OBY6 (Define Write-off Reasons) to configure write-off reasons.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors or write-off processes.
  
  
  User Groups: Sometimes, write-off reasons are restricted to specific user groups. Ensure that the user is part of the correct group if applicable.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCA1755 error and enable the user to perform the write-off operation successfully.