How To Fix F5086 - You are not authorized to post to this account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 086

• Message text: You are not authorized to post to this account

What causes this issue?

You do not have the authorization to edit the above-mentioned object.

System Response

The desired process is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Providing your entries are correct, see to it that you are given the
authorization for the authorization group specified in the account
master record and for the activity "01".
The authorization object is
F_BKPF_BES for G/L accounts
F_BKPF_BED for customers
F_BKPF_BEK for vendors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5086 - You are not authorized to post to this account ?

  The SAP error message F5086, which states "You are not authorized to post to this account," typically occurs when a user attempts to post a transaction to a general ledger account for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to post to the specified account. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Account Settings: The account may be set up with restrictions that prevent certain users from posting to it. This can include settings related to account types, posting periods, or specific user groups.
  Company Code Restrictions: The user may not have the necessary permissions for the specific company code associated with the account.
  Posting Periods: The posting period may be closed, and the user does not have the authorization to open it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorizations are missing.
  If necessary, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate authorizations for the user.
  
  
  
  Review Account Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the account in question. Ensure that it is not restricted for the user group or company code.
  Use transaction code FS00 to view the account details and verify any restrictions.
  
  
  
  Posting Periods:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open for the user. You can check this using transaction code OB52 to see the status of posting periods for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the SAP security team to investigate further and adjust the authorization settings as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to posting in FI include F_BKPF_BES (Document Authorization) and F_BKPF_AKT (Account Authorization).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and account settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the F5086 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.