How To Fix F4473 - No authorization for changing line items for vendor &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 473

• Message text: No authorization for changing line items for vendor &

INCLUDE 'NA_FI_BERECHTIGUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Authorization object: <ZH>&V2&</>
Parameters:
Authorization group: <ZH>&V3&</>
Activity: <ZH>&V4&</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4473 - No authorization for changing line items for vendor & ?

  The SAP error message F4473 ("No authorization for changing line items for vendor &") typically occurs when a user attempts to modify line items related to a vendor in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in environments where strict access controls are enforced to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change line items for the specified vendor. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Vendor-Specific Restrictions: The system may have specific restrictions set for certain vendors, preventing changes unless the user has explicit permissions.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have additional authorization checks that the user does not meet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs 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 code SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should update the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to vendor line items include:
  
  F_BKPF_BSA (Accounting Document: Authorization for Document Type)
  F_LFA1_APR (Vendor Master: Authorization for Vendor)
  F_LFA1_BSA (Vendor Master: Authorization for Company Code)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific settings or restrictions on the vendor that might be causing the issue. This can be done in the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in, then attempt the transaction again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to vendor line items.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the F4473 error message.