How To Fix CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT014 - You are not authorized to create controlling area settings &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT - Message Class for G/L Account Management

• Message number: 014

• Message text: You are not authorized to create controlling area settings &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT014 - You are not authorized to create controlling area settings &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT014 indicates that a user is attempting to create or modify controlling area settings but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of managing financial accounting and controlling settings within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to create or modify controlling area settings.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate user roles that include the necessary authorizations for controlling area management.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required transactions or functions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include authorization for managing controlling area settings. Common roles might include:
  
  SAP_FI_CONTROLLING (for controlling)
  SAP_FI_GL_ACCOUNTING (for general ledger accounting)
  
  
  Ensure that the roles are properly configured to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  The relevant authorization object for controlling area settings is typically K_AKTIV (Controlling Area: Authorization for Activity). Ensure that the user has the necessary activity authorizations for the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to perform the action again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles related to controlling area management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation and resolution.