How To Fix COM_CLEAR018 - You have no authorization

COM_CLEAR018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_CLEAR - Clearing Tool

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You have no authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_CLEAR018 - You have no authorization ?

  The SAP error message COM_CLEAR018 ("You have no authorization") typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to perform a specific action or access a particular transaction within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a transaction, access a report, or perform a specific function related to the SAP Controlling (CO) module.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user role assigned to the user does not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not be assigned the correct role or profile that includes the required authorizations.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: Specific authorization objects related to the transaction or function may not be satisfied.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in roles or authorizations may have inadvertently removed access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user by using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user