How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH111 - Payment item authorization failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Payment item authorization failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH111 - Payment item authorization failed ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH111 Payment item authorization failed typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to process a payment item in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during payment processing in accounts payable or receivable.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to process the payment does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned in the SAP system.
  Configuration Settings: The payment item may be configured in a way that requires specific authorizations that the user lacks.
  User Role Changes: Changes in user roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed necessary permissions.
  Document Status: The payment item may be in a status that requires additional approvals or authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for payment processing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the relevant authorization objects for payment processing.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to payment processing in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing settings in transaction SPRO under Financial Accounting (FI) or other relevant modules.
  Ensure that the payment item is not in a status that requires additional approvals.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to payment processing and authorization issues for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or configurations, test the payment processing again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to payment processing include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document) and F_BKPF_AKT (Accounting Document: Activity).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Display Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.