How To Fix MDG_FICA_CHECK020 - No authorization for creation of locks for process &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_FICA_CHECK - Contract Account Check Messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No authorization for creation of locks for process &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_FICA_CHECK020 - No authorization for creation of locks for process &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_FICA_CHECK020 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create locks for a specific process in the Master Data Governance (MDG) for Financial Accounting (FICA) module. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires locking a record for processing, but their user role does not include the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary authorization object that allows them to create locks for the specified process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  Identify the roles assigned to the user and review the authorizations related to the MDG_FICA process.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for creating locks is typically S_ENQ (Enqueue Authorization).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for this object, particularly for the specific process indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user.
  Use transaction code PFCG to edit the role and add the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the process again to confirm that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP, especially those related to MDG and FICA.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for MDG and FICA to understand the processes and required authorizations better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDG_FICA_CHECK020 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create locks for the specified process.