How To Fix KFPR149 - You are not authorized to cancel document type & in controlling area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KFPR - Transfer Prices for Individual Projects

• Message number: 149

• Message text: You are not authorized to cancel document type & in controlling area &

What causes this issue?

You can only cancel transfer price allocations with document type &V1&
in contrlling area &V2& if you have the following authorizations in
authorization object K_KFPI_DCT:
For the document type
For the controlling area
For activity "06" (Cancel)

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.
Obtain the appropriate authorization(s).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KFPR149 - You are not authorized to cancel document type & in controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message KFPR149 indicates that a user is attempting to cancel a document of a specific document type in a controlling area for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) transactions, where certain actions require specific permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to cancel the specified document type in the controlling area.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on who can cancel them based on company policy or system configuration.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure details. This will show which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the document type in question.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations for canceling documents in the specified controlling area.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue yourself, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can provide insights into the authorization setup and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the authorization requirements for their roles, especially for sensitive actions like canceling documents.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects for controlling area activities typically include K_CCA (Cost Center Accounting) and K_CCT (Cost Center Type).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) and KSV5 (Display Plan/Actual Comparison) to understand the context of the documents being canceled.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in your specific version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KFPR149 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.