How To Fix FTR_LC170 - You are not authorized to unblock data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_LC - Message class for Letter of Credit

• Message number: 170

• Message text: You are not authorized to unblock data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_LC170 - You are not authorized to unblock data ?

  The SAP error message FTR_LC170 ("You are not authorized to unblock data") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with the Treasury and Risk Management module. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action of unblocking data, which is often related to financial instruments or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to unblock the specific data or transaction.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or data type.
  Data Locking: The data in question may be locked due to various reasons, such as pending approvals or other business processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's authorization profile to ensure that they have the necessary permissions to unblock the data.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or SAP Basis team member should modify the user's roles to include the required permissions.
  This may involve adding specific authorization objects related to unblocking data in the Treasury module.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not the administrator, contact your SAP security team to request the necessary authorizations.
  Provide them with the details of the error message and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Review Data Locking Reasons:
  
  Investigate if the data is locked for a valid business reason. If so, follow the appropriate business process to resolve the locking issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to Treasury and Risk Management include F_TRL_AUTH (Authorization for Treasury) and F_TRL_TREAS (Treasury Management).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FTR_EDIT (to edit financial transactions) and FTR_LIST (to list financial transactions).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and roles, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.