How To Fix BKK_RELEASE018 - & record(s) excluded due to missing authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_RELEASE - BCA: 4eye (release)

• Message number: 018

• Message text: & record(s) excluded due to missing authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_RELEASE018 - & record(s) excluded due to missing authorization ?

  The SAP error message BKK_RELEASE018 typically indicates that there are records being excluded from processing due to missing authorization. This error is often encountered in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of bank accounting or payment processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or process that involves records for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned in their user profile to access or process certain records.
  Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to the transaction may not be granted to the user.
  Record-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on certain records that prevent the user from accessing them, such as company code restrictions or document type limitations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BKK_RELEASE018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user’s roles or add the necessary authorizations to the user profile.
  Ensure that the user has the required access to the relevant company codes, document types, or other parameters related to the records being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or security team for specific authorization objects related to the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user attempt the transaction again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to bank accounting include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document) and F_BKPF_BUK (Company Code).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and adjusting authorizations, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.