How To Fix F4486 - No authorization for changing account type G/L (S)

F4486 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 486

• Message text: No authorization for changing 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 F4486 - No authorization for changing account type G/L (S) ?

  The SAP error message F4486 "No authorization for changing account type G/L (S)" typically occurs when a user attempts to change the account type of a General Ledger (G/L) account but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are strictly enforced to maintain data integrity and security.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to change the account type of G/L accounts. This is often due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict changes to certain account types based on user roles or organizational policies.
  Account Type Restrictions: Certain account types may be restricted from being changed due to business rules or compliance requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and