How To Fix FTR_GENERAL180 - Selection restricted due to authorization constraints

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GENERAL - Common messages for Correspondence object

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Selection restricted due to authorization constraints

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GENERAL180 - Selection restricted due to authorization constraints ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GENERAL180 ("Selection restricted due to authorization constraints") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to access certain data or perform specific actions. This is a common issue in systems with strict authorization controls, especially in financial and treasury modules.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations for the specific transaction or report they are trying to access. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Data Restrictions: The user may have restrictions on the data they can view or manipulate, which could be based on organizational units, company codes, or other criteria.
  Profile Changes: Recent changes to user roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the transaction or report.
  If roles need to be modified, work with your SAP security team to add the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security administrator or team. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in, or refresh their session to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (for security administrators)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines on user roles and authorizations for more detailed procedures.
  
  
  Audit Logs: If the issue persists, check the audit logs for any additional information regarding authorization failures.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization constraints causing the FTR_GENERAL180 error.