How To Fix FPB_PERSONALIZATION046 - No authorization for WBS element &1 in controlling area &2

FPB_PERSONALIZATION046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_PERSONALIZATION - Personalization

• Message number: 046

• Message text: No authorization for WBS element &1 in controlling area &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_PERSONALIZATION046 - No authorization for WBS element &1 in controlling area &2 ?

  The SAP error message FPB_PERSONALIZATION046 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element in a given controlling area. This error typically arises in the context of project management and controlling modules within SAP, where WBS elements are used to structure and manage projects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to access the WBS element does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific WBS element or controlling area.
  WBS Element Status: The WBS element may be in a status that restricts access, such as being locked or not released for use.
  Controlling Area Restrictions: The controlling area may have specific restrictions that limit access to certain users or roles.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check.