How To Fix FWTM031 - You are not authorized to create a conversion run

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 031

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a conversion run

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM031 - You are not authorized to create a conversion run ?

  The SAP error message FWTM031 indicates that a user is not authorized to create a conversion run in the context of the Financial Accounting (FI) module, specifically related to the conversion of foreign currency transactions or similar processes.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile to perform the action of creating a conversion run.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects required for the conversion run.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to the transaction may not be included in the user's profile.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for creating a conversion run.
  If the roles do not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you identify specific authorization objects that are missing, you can add them to the user’s role. Common authorization objects related to financial transactions include:
  
  F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document: Authorization for Document Type)
  F_FBN1_AKT (Authorization for Foreign Currency Valuation)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary activity authorizations (e.g., create, change, display).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to create the conversion run again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to financial transactions and conversion runs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FWTM031 error and successfully create a conversion run in SAP.