How To Fix /FSCAA/MESSAGES705 - Incorrect authorization in user master

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FSCAA/MESSAGES -

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Incorrect authorization in user master

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FSCAA/MESSAGES705 - Incorrect authorization in user master ?

  The SAP error message /FSCAA/MESSAGES705 Incorrect authorization in user master typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in financial or controlling areas, where specific roles and authorizations are required to access certain functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object required for the transaction or action is not included in the user's profile.
  User Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the user master data that prevent the correct authorizations from being applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user master record.
  Check the authorizations assigned to the user and ensure that they have the necessary roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the actions the user is trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Authorization Trace:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code ST01 to perform an authorization trace.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you may need to adjust the roles or create new ones to include the necessary authorizations.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to make these changes.
  
  
  
  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 issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the transaction or action the user is trying to perform. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorizations or the error message in question.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction to understand the required authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.