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

F4473 - Overview

• 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