How To Fix FCO_SFIN124 - No authorization to run report &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_SFIN - FI-CO Simplified Financials

• Message number: 124

• Message text: No authorization to run report &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_SFIN124 - No authorization to run report &1 ?

  The SAP error message FCO_SFIN124 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific report in the SAP system. This is a common issue in SAP environments where access control is strictly enforced to ensure data security and compliance.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization object required to execute the report.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the permissions to run the report.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile assigned to the user may not cover the required permissions for the report.
  Report-Specific Restrictions: Some reports may have specific restrictions based on the user's organizational unit, company code, or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to review the roles and the associated authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you identify that the user is missing the necessary authorization, you may need to modify the role in transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  After making changes, regenerate the profile and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test running the report again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities. Common authorization objects related to financial reports include F_BKPF_BWA, F_BKPF_BWA, and others depending on the specific report.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message FCO_SFIN124.