How To Fix FR852 - Blocked vendor data is not reported; you do not have authorization

FR852 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 852

• Message text: Blocked vendor data is not reported; you do not have authorization

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FR852 - Details

• The SAP error message FR852 indicates that a user is attempting to access or report on vendor data that has been blocked, but they do not have the necessary authorization to do so. This error typically arises in the context of vendor management and reporting within the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Blocked Vendor Data: The vendor data in question has been marked as blocked, which means it cannot be processed or reported on until the block is lifted.
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to access or report on blocked vendor data. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status: Verify if the vendor is indeed blocked. This can be done by checking the vendor master data in the SAP system.
  
  Use transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) to check the status of the vendor.
  If the vendor is blocked and should not be, you may