How To Fix FMEUF020 - No authorization for financing source type &1 activity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEUF - Expenditure Certification

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No authorization for financing source type &1 activity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEUF020 - No authorization for financing source type &1 activity &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMEUF020 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform an action related to a specific financing source type and activity. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or processes where specific roles and authorizations are required.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorization for the specified financing source type and activity.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object: The relevant authorization object may not be properly configured or may not include the necessary values for the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the financing source type and activity.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects associated with the financing source type and activity. Common authorization objects related to financial transactions include:
  
  F_BKPF_BES: Authorization for accounting documents
  F_FMB_AKT: Authorization for financial management
  F_FMB_FST: Authorization for financing source types
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles or modify the authorization objects to include the required permissions.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Documentation: Ensure that any changes made to user roles and authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles and authorizations, and PFCG (Role Maintenance) to modify roles.
  Authorization Trace: Use transaction SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This can provide insights into which specific authorization is missing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.