How To Fix FPB_MONITOR005 - Authorization missing - rule could not be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_MONITOR - Messages for Monitor Framework

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Authorization missing - rule could not be saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_MONITOR005 - Authorization missing - rule could not be saved ?

  The SAP error message FPB_MONITOR005 indicates that there is a missing authorization that prevents a user from saving a rule in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Planning and Budgeting (FPB) module, where users are required to have specific authorizations to perform certain actions, such as saving rules or configurations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for rule management.
  Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to FPB may not be included in the user's roles.
  Profile Issues: The user's profile may not be updated or may have been incorrectly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FPB_MONITOR005 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for FPB activities.
  Check if the roles contain the relevant authorization objects, such as F_BKPF_BES (for document management) or any other relevant objects for rule management.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles 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, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to save the rule again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to FPB and rule management. This can help in understanding what permissions are necessary.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for FPB to understand the authorization requirements and best practices for managing user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the FPB_MONITOR005 error.