How To Fix FI_E237 - No authorization for rule of der. strategy &1, activity &2, auth. obj. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 237

• Message text: No authorization for rule of der. strategy &1, activity &2, auth. obj. &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E237 - No authorization for rule of der. strategy &1, activity &2, auth. obj. &3 ?

  The SAP error message FI_E237 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action related to a derivation strategy in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction or process that requires specific authorizations that are not granted to their user profile.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations for the specified derivation strategy, activity, or authorization object.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization objects related to the derivation strategy may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FI_E237 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the derivation strategy and activities.
  If roles are missing, you may need to assign the correct roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the authorization objects to include the required authorizations for the user.
  This may involve working with your SAP security team to ensure that the authorization objects are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error message and the transaction you were trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functionalities. Each object consists of fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (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 causing the FI_E237 error message.