How To Fix FI_E238 - No authorization for derivation 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: 238

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E238 - No authorization for derivation strategy &1, activity &2, auth. obj. &3 ?

  The SAP error message FI_E238 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 they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the necessary authorization for the derivation strategy specified in the error message.
  Authorization Object: The authorization object mentioned in the error message is not assigned to the user's role or profile.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the required authorizations for the activity they are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the derivation strategy or the authorization checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the derivation strategy and activity.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  Modify Roles: If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user's roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functionalities. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 for user maintenance, PFCG for role maintenance, and SU53 for authorization checks.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding authorization management and derivation strategies in the FI module for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the FI_E238 error message.