How To Fix FVD_DEFCAP201 - You are not authorized to &1 the deferral

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_DEFCAP - Deferral/Capitalization

• Message number: 201

• Message text: You are not authorized to &1 the deferral

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP201 - You are not authorized to &1 the deferral ?

  The SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP201 typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action related to deferrals in the Financial Services module. This error is often encountered in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with deferral accounts or processes.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered due to insufficient authorization for the user role attempting to execute the action. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects that allow them to perform the action related to deferrals.
  Role Configuration: The user might not be assigned to the correct role that has the required permissions.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects. This may involve adding specific authorizations related to deferral processing.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles and authorizations in your organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt to perform the action again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to user roles and authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to financial transactions in SAP include F_BKPF_BSA, F_BKPF_BSA, and others depending on the specific action being performed.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, specific patches or updates may address authorization issues.
  Training: Ensure that users are trained on the processes they are expected to perform, including understanding their roles and the associated authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.