/ACCGO/CAS_MSG017 - You do not have authorization to reverse settlement unit &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_MSG -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: You do not have authorization to reverse settlement unit &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG017 - You do not have authorization to reverse settlement unit &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG017 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to reverse a settlement unit in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with settlement processes in Asset Accounting or Cost Accounting.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The specific authorization object that is likely involved is C_ACC_DOC or similar, which controls access to various accounting documents and operations, including reversing settlements.
  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. You can do this using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user's profile.
  Look for the authorization objects related to settlement operations, particularly those that allow reversing settlements.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles. This can be done by:
  
  Using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to add the required authorization objects to the user's role.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary permissions for reversing settlements.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  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.
  Attempt the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP that pertain to settlement and accounting operations. Common objects include:
  
  C_ACC_DOC: Authorization for accounting documents.
  C_AFKO: Authorization for controlling area.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to see what authorizations were checked and failed)
  
  
  
  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 authorization issue related to the error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG017.