How To Fix GENFM_CI005 - No authorization for FM area &1 activity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENFM_CI - Commitment Items Setup

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No authorization for FM area &1 activity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GENFM_CI005 - No authorization for FM area &1 activity &2 ?

  The SAP error message GENFM_CI005 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization for a specific activity in a Funds Management (FM) area. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires permissions they do not possess.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of authorization for the specified FM area and activity. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The user role assigned to the user does not include the necessary authorizations for the FM area.
  The user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units or FM areas.
  The authorization objects related to Funds Management are not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GENFM_CI005 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the FM area in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization object is missing.
  Common authorization objects for Funds Management include:
  
  F_FMB_AKT (Authorization for FM Area)
  F_FMB_FRE (Authorization for Funds Management)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check FM Area Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct FM area. This can be checked in the user profile or through organizational management settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for Funds Management to understand what permissions are required for specific activities.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the GENFM_CI005 error.