How To Fix AA248 - You have no authorization for long text &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 248

• Message text: You have no authorization for long text &

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the 'Longtext' function. However, you cannot process
long text &V1&. Possible reasons for this are:
Your asset view does not allow you to edit or display long text &V1&.
The field group for the long text &V1& is not defined in the screen
layout rule &V2& to allow for changes.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check
the authorization of your asset view for the long text, in Customizing
under <Environment> <Authorization>
the screen layout rule for your asset in regard to this field
group (in the Customizing under <Master data> <Asset class>).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA248 - You have no authorization for long text & ?

  The SAP error message AA248, which states "You have no authorization for long text &," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify long text fields in the Asset Accounting (AA) module without the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, it indicates that the user does not have the required permissions to view or edit long text associated with asset records.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the authorization check that failed and provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to long text fields in Asset Accounting. This may involve checking the authorization objects related to Asset Accounting, such as F_LFA1_AKT or F_LFA1_AKT for long text access.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This typically requires the involvement of a security administrator or someone with the necessary permissions to adjust roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt to access the long text again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP that pertain to Asset Accounting and long text access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for accessing and managing long text fields in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.