How To Fix FIEU_SAFT211 - You are not authorized to extract data for company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 211

• Message text: You are not authorized to extract data for company code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEU_SAFT211 - You are not authorized to extract data for company code & ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT211 indicates that a user is not authorized to extract data for a specific company code. This error typically arises in the context of the Standard Audit File for Tax (SAFT) reporting, which is a requirement in some countries for tax compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to access or extract data for the specified company code.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the SAFT extraction process.
  Company Code Restrictions: The company code in question may have specific restrictions or settings that prevent certain users from accessing its data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the company code in question.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorization objects related to financial data extraction (e.g., F_BKPF_BES, F_BKPF_BUK, etc.).
  
  
  
  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 to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log in again and attempt the extraction process to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to financial data and company codes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to SAFT reporting and authorization management to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  Audit Logs: Check audit logs for any additional information regarding access attempts and failures, which can provide insights into authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIEU_SAFT211 error and enable the user to extract data for the specified company code.