How To Fix CK819 - No authorization for displaying this cost estimate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 819

• Message text: No authorization for displaying this cost estimate

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to display a cost estimate but are not authorized to
do so.
INCLUDE 'NA_FI_BERECHTIGUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE DE
Authorization object: <DS:UO.K_KEKO>K_KEKO</>
Parameters:
Activity: 03
Company code: &v1&
Costing variant: &v2&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK819 - No authorization for displaying this cost estimate ?

  The SAP error message CK819, which states "No authorization for displaying this cost estimate," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a cost estimate in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various modules, particularly in Controlling (CO) and Product Costing.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is related to authorization issues. Specifically, it indicates that the user does not have the required permissions to view the cost estimate in question. This can be due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects related to cost estimates.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that grant access to cost estimate transactions.
  Cost Estimate Status: The cost estimate may be in a status that restricts access based on user roles or settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK819 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or assign them to a different role that includes the required authorizations for cost estimates.
  Ensure that the relevant authorization objects (e.g., K_CST for cost estimates) are included in the user’s roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Check Cost Estimate Status:
  
  Verify if the cost estimate is in a status that allows viewing. If it is locked or restricted, you may need to change its status or consult with the person responsible for the cost estimate.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for cost estimates, such as:
  
  K_CST: Cost Estimate
  K_CST_A: Cost Estimate Authorization
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK13N: Display Cost Estimate
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the CK819 error.