How To Fix F4483 - No authorization for displaying account type G/L (S)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 483

• Message text: No authorization for displaying account type G/L (S)

INCLUDE 'NA_FI_BERECHTIGUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Authorization object: <ZH>&V1&</>
Parameters:
Account type: <ZH>&V2&</>
Activity: <ZH>&V3&</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4483 - No authorization for displaying account type G/L (S) ?

  The SAP error message F4483 "No authorization for displaying account type G/L (S)" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to view General Ledger (G/L) accounts in the SAP system. This can occur in various transactions where G/L account information is accessed, such as in financial reporting or account management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization object for displaying G/L accounts.
  Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that has the required permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include access to G/L accounts.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization object is missing. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is required.
  
  
  Modify Roles: If the necessary authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects. The relevant authorization object for G/L accounts is typically F_BKPF_BSA (for document management) and F_LFA1_APL (for vendor accounts).
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  Testing: After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to financial transactions in SAP, such as F_BKPF_BSA, F_LFA1_APL, and others that may pertain to G/L account access.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to G/L accounts include FS00 (G/L Account Master), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and S_ALR_87012301 (G/L Account Balances).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F4483 error and gain the necessary access to display G/L accounts in SAP.