How To Fix FVD_CL_EXT010 - You are not authorized to use flow type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_CL_EXT - Message class for consumer loan functionality enhancement

• Message number: 010

• Message text: You are not authorized to use flow type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_CL_EXT010 - You are not authorized to use flow type &1 ?

  The SAP error message FVD_CL_EXT010 indicates that a user is not authorized to use a specific flow type in the context of the SAP system. This error typically arises in the Financial Services (FS) module, particularly in the area of contract management or financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of authorization for the specified flow type (denoted as &1 in the error message). This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization object that allows access to the specified flow type.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes permissions for the flow type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict access to certain flow types based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID that is encountering the error.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles that include authorization for the flow type are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  The relevant authorization object for flow types in SAP FS might be F_FVD_CLT or similar, depending on your specific configuration.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the required authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made are documented for future reference and compliance with your organization’s change management policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Authorization Concept: Familiarize yourself with the SAP authorization concept, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, to better understand how to manage user access.
  Training: Consider training for users and administrators on SAP security and authorization management to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Financial Services module.