How To Fix FICO1259 - You do not have authorization to display cond.type &1 in cond.grp type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 259

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display cond.type &1 in cond.grp type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1259 - You do not have authorization to display cond.type &1 in cond.grp type &2 ?

  The SAP error message FICO1259 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a specific condition type in a given condition group type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with pricing conditions or similar configurations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user role that is trying to access the specified condition type. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects that allow access to the condition type and condition group.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the required authorizations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the condition types or groups that restrict access.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FICO1259 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s role in transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to condition types include:
  
  F_SKB_AUTH (for condition types)
  F_SKB_TYPO (for condition groups)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate access to the condition type and group.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify and assign the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to condition types and groups.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FICO1259 error and ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required condition types.