How To Fix 87005 - You are not authorized to insert new exchange rates (Read Only).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 87 - Localization Croatia: Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: You are not authorized to insert new exchange rates (Read Only).

To enter new exchange rate you need authorization:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Class Financial Accounting
Object Currency exchange rates, new entries.
Authorization J_3KEXCHANGE Currency exchange rates, new entries.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 87005 - You are not authorized to insert new exchange rates (Read Only). ?

  The SAP error message "87005 You are not authorized to insert new exchange rates (Read Only)" typically occurs when a user attempts to enter or modify exchange rates in the system but lacks the necessary authorization. This error is related to the authorization settings in SAP, specifically concerning the management of exchange rates.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to insert or modify exchange rates in the system. This is often due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict certain users from making changes to exchange rates, which can be a part of the organization's security policy.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being used may be set to "Read Only" mode, preventing any changes to be made.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the authorization check that failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the relevant activities (e.g., F_BKPF_BWA, F_BKPF_BWA for financial transactions).
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transaction being used is not set to "Read Only." This can be checked in the transaction configuration or by consulting with the SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to exchange rate maintenance to ensure that the correct procedures are being followed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect, and then attempt to insert the exchange rates again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to exchange rates include:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS: Maintain Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Key authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  F_BKPF_BWA: Authorization for accounting documents
  F_BKPF_BWA: Authorization for exchange rate maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to exchange rate maintenance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation.