How To Fix FARP_MESSAGE009 - You are not authorized to select w/o company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARP_MESSAGE - message for ap/ar apps

• Message number: 009

• Message text: You are not authorized to select w/o company code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARP_MESSAGE009 - You are not authorized to select w/o company code ?

  The SAP error message FARP_MESSAGE009 indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action that requires authorization to select data without specifying a company code. This typically occurs in financial transactions or reports where company code context is necessary for data retrieval.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access data without a company code.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require a company code for certain transactions or reports, and the user is trying to bypass this requirement.
  User Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to perform the action without a company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the required data.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Specify a Company Code:
  
  If the action requires a company code, ensure that you are entering a valid company code in the relevant field before executing the transaction.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user needs to perform actions without a company code, consider adjusting their role to include the necessary authorizations. This may involve working with your SAP security team to modify the user’s profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Security team to understand the specific requirements for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the requirement for a company code seems inappropriate for the business process, discuss with your SAP configuration team to see if the settings can be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance) for checking user roles and PFCG (Role Maintenance) for role adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of specifying a company code when required and the implications of authorization settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FARP_MESSAGE009 error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to perform their tasks in SAP.