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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary permissions are granted.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, a security administrator or SAP Basis team member should update the user’s roles to include the required authorizations for changing G/L account types.
  The relevant authorization objects may include F_BKPF_BWA (for accounting documents) or F_SKA1_AEN (for G/L account master data).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system configuration allows for the changes you are trying to make. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for changing account types and understand the implications of such changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to G/L account changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to G/L account management include:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  OBY6: G/L Account Types
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully change the account type for G/L accounts in SAP.