How To Fix FH593 - No authorization for transaction "Create Cost Element"

FH593 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 593

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH593 - No authorization for transaction "Create Cost Element" ?

  The SAP error message FH593, which states "No authorization for transaction 'Create Cost Element'," typically indicates that the user attempting to create a cost element does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is strictly enforced.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization for the specific transaction related to creating cost elements.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Profile Restrictions: The user's profile may have restrictions that prevent them from accessing certain transactions or functions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has a role that includes the authorization for creating cost elements.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  The relevant authorization object for creating cost elements is typically K_CELEM (Cost Element). Check if the user has the necessary authorizations for this object.
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