How To Fix /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C191 - You are not authorized to process IFBC application &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C -

• Message number: 191

• Message text: You are not authorized to process IFBC application &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C191 - You are not authorized to process IFBC application &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C191 indicates that a user is not authorized to process the IFBC (Integrated Financial and Business Control) application for a specific entity or application identified by &1. This error typically arises in scenarios where user roles and authorizations are not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to access or process the IFBC application.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions for the specific IFBC application.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The authorization objects related to IFBC processing may not be included in the user's roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary permissions for IFBC processing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects required for the IFBC application. This can typically be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to adjust roles and add the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the IFBC application again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on IFBC and the specific authorization objects related to it.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper processes and authorizations required for using the IFBC application.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C191.