How To Fix 5C679 - You do not have read authorization for account '&1'

5C679 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 679

• Message text: You do not have read authorization for account '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C679 - You do not have read authorization for account '&1' ?

  The SAP error message 5C679 indicates that a user does not have the necessary read authorization for a specific account. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access financial data or reports related to a particular account in the SAP system, but their user profile lacks the required permissions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations to read the specified account.
  Account Restrictions: The account in question may have specific restrictions or settings that limit access to certain users or roles.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects that govern access to financial accounts may not be assigned to the user.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Review the user’s assigned roles and profiles in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include read access to the account in question.
  Modify Authorizations:
  Use transaction code PFCG to modify the user’s roles.
  Add the necessary authorization objects (e.g., F_BKPF_BSA