How To Fix REP_EAPS_MSG162 - No authorization to display data of funds center '&2' in FM area '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REP_EAPS_MSG - Rep.Framework: Messages

• Message number: 162

• Message text: No authorization to display data of funds center '&2' in FM area '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REP_EAPS_MSG162 - No authorization to display data of funds center '&2' in FM area '&1' ?

  The SAP error message REP_EAPS_MSG162 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display data for a specific funds center in a particular funds management (FM) area. This error typically arises in the context of financial reporting or when trying to access specific financial data related to funds management.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to various data and transactions is controlled through authorization objects. If a user attempts to access data for a funds center for which they do not have the required permissions, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Look for authorization objects related to Funds Management, specifically those that control access to funds centers (e.g., FM_FC for funds center authorization).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for the specific funds center and FM area in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction or report again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the correct authorizations needed for the user.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP for Funds Management. Common objects include:
  
  FM_FC: Funds Center
  FM_AREA: Funds Management Area
  FM_FC_AUTH: Authorization for Funds Center
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REP_EAPS_MSG162 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to view the required funds center data.