How To Fix CMM_MEV_GEN_BO020 - No authorization to read an accrual document in company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_MEV_GEN_BO - Messages for Accrual Document BO for PEV

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No authorization to read an accrual document in company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_MEV_GEN_BO020 - No authorization to read an accrual document in company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMM_MEV_GEN_BO020 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read an accrual document in a specific company code. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accruals in the Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI) modules.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects that allow access to accrual documents.
  Company Code Restrictions: The user may not have been granted access to the specific company code mentioned in the error message.
  Role Configuration Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not be correctly configured to include the required permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this 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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for reading accrual documents (e.g., F_BKPF_BES, F_BKPF_BUK, etc.).
  If the roles do not include the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you can add them to the user’s role. This may require coordination with your SAP security team or basis team to ensure compliance with your organization’s security policies.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user authorizations to ensure that you are following best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to financial documents include F_BKPF_BES (Document Type), F_BKPF_BUK (Company Code), and F_BKPF_AKT (Activity).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation and resolution.