How To Fix /BCV/CFG186 - No hierarchical views are displayed due to missing authorizations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/CFG -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: No hierarchical views are displayed due to missing authorizations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/CFG186 - No hierarchical views are displayed due to missing authorizations ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/CFG186 No hierarchical views are displayed due to missing authorizations typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to view hierarchical data in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access certain reports, transactions, or data structures that require specific permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects that allow access to hierarchical views.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Profile Issues: There may be issues with the authorization profiles assigned to the user, which do not cover the required objects for hierarchical views.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict access to certain views based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the authorization objects that are relevant to the hierarchical views you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Role and Profile Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned. You can check this using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and reviewing the roles assigned to the user.
  If necessary, assign additional roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the authorization roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the missing authorization objects.
  Ensure that the roles are properly generated and activated after making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify and resolve authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the access again to ensure that the hierarchical views are now displayed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects that may be relevant include S_USER_AUTH, S_TCODE, and others specific to the module or transaction you are working with.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific roles and authorizations related to the hierarchical views you are trying to access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on authorization-related problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issues causing the error message /BCV/CFG186.