How To Fix VFRR014 - No authorization to change documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VFRR - SD revenue recognition

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No authorization to change documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VFRR014 - No authorization to change documents ?

  The SAP error message VFRR014: No authorization to change documents typically occurs when a user attempts to modify or change a document in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This is a common issue in SAP environments where security and access controls are strictly enforced.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to change the specific document type.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for document modification.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it may be locked or finalized).
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator should review and modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects. This may involve adding specific authorizations related to document changes.
  
  
  
  Document Status Review:
  
  Check the status of the document to ensure it is not locked or in a state that prevents changes. If it is locked, you may need to unlock it or change its status.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and back in, or refresh their session to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to document changes include F_BKPF_BES (for accounting documents) and F_VBRK_VKO (for billing documents). The specific objects will depend on the type of document being modified.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  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 identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.