How To Fix FMCA2068 - You are not authorized to approve the write-off document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA2 - PSCD: Messages for Document Interface

• Message number: 068

• Message text: You are not authorized to approve the write-off document &1

What causes this issue?

You either created the write-off or it was last changed by you. You are
not allowed to approve the write-off because of the dual control
principle.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The write-off can only be approved or rejected by another processor.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA2068 - You are not authorized to approve the write-off document &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMCA2068, which states "You are not authorized to approve the write-off document &1," typically indicates that the user attempting to approve a write-off document does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This is a common issue in systems with strict authorization controls, especially in financial modules like SAP's Funds Management (FM).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to approve write-off documents. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for approval by the current user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, a security administrator or SAP Basis team member should modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations for approving write-off documents.
  Ensure that the relevant authorization objects (e.g., F_MFCA_APPR for approving write-off documents) are included in the user's role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Document Status Check:
  
  Verify the status of the write-off document. If it is not in a state that allows approval, you may need to take additional steps to change its status or consult with the relevant team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to write-off approvals in SAP FM.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to authorization management include:
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully approve the write-off document.