How To Fix F5465 - No authorization for changing the document & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 465

• Message text: No authorization for changing the document & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5465 - No authorization for changing the document & & ?

  The SAP error message F5465 "No authorization for changing the document" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to modify a specific document in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to change financial documents, purchase orders, or other transactional records.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations to change the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it may be locked or completed).
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on organizational policies or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator to request the necessary changes to the user’s role.
  
  
  
  Document Status Review:
  
  Verify the status of the document you are trying to change. If it is locked or completed, you may need to follow the appropriate process to unlock or revert the document status.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines related to the specific transaction or document type to understand any additional restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the authorization changes work as expected before applying them in production.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to financial documents include F_BKPF_BES (for document changes) and F_BKPF_AKT (for document posting).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SU53: Display authorization check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and document status, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.