How To Fix FH592 - No authorization for transaction "Display Cost Element"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 592

• Message text: No authorization for transaction "Display Cost Element"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH592 - No authorization for transaction "Display Cost Element" ?

  The SAP error message FH592 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute the transaction related to displaying cost elements. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or report that requires specific authorizations that have not been granted to their user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that governs access to the transaction for displaying cost elements.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary permissions for the transaction.
  Transaction Code Restrictions: The transaction code associated with displaying cost elements may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include access to the cost element display transaction.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations need to be granted.
  
  
  Modify Roles: If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator). Add the required authorization objects related to cost element display.
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  Testing: After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to cost elements include K_CEA (Cost Element: Authorization for Display) and K_CE (Cost Element: Authorization for Change).
  Transaction Codes: The transaction code for displaying cost elements is typically KS03 (Display Cost Element).
  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 resolve the FH592 error and gain access to the transaction for displaying cost elements.