How To Fix CO868 - You do not have the authorization for displaying costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 868

• Message text: You do not have the authorization for displaying costs

What causes this issue?

According to your user master you cannot call up the cost display.

How to fix this error?

You should contact the system administrator and obtain the appropriate
authorization.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO868 - You do not have the authorization for displaying costs ?

  The SAP error message CO868, which states "You do not have the authorization for displaying costs," typically indicates that the user attempting to access cost-related information does not have the necessary authorization in the SAP system. This can occur in various modules, particularly in Controlling (CO) and Financial Accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to view cost data. This could be due to missing roles or profiles assigned to the user.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or report they are trying to access.
  User Profile: The user profile may not be set up correctly, or the user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for displaying costs (e.g., C_KKAEW, C_KKACT, etc.).
  If the user needs access to specific cost centers, ensure that the relevant authorizations for those cost centers are included in their roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user requires additional access, the security team can modify the existing roles or create new roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user after modifications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s 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 related to cost display in SAP. Common objects include:
  
  C_KKAEW (Cost Center: Display)
  C_KKACT (Activity Type: Display)
  C_KKPLN (Plan Data: Display)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices for setting up user roles.
  
  
  Security Audit: Regularly audit user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance and proper access control.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.