How To Fix >3405 - You do not have authorization to create a reconciliation key.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >3 - Lock management messages

• Message number: 405

• Message text: You do not have authorization to create a reconciliation key.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >3405 - You do not have authorization to create a reconciliation key. ?

  The SAP error message "3405 You do not have authorization to create a reconciliation key" typically indicates that the user attempting to create a reconciliation key does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile. This error is common in financial modules where specific permissions are required to perform certain actions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user lacks the required authorization object for creating reconciliation keys in the SAP system.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the transaction or action they are trying to perform.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required functions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for creating reconciliation keys typically include F_BKPF_BES (for document management) and F_BKPF_BES (for reconciliation keys). Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If you have access to the role management (transaction code PFCG), check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for creating reconciliation keys.
  If the user does not have the appropriate role, you may need to assign a role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to create the reconciliation key again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message 3405.