How To Fix FIKZ_TAXRET020 - You are not authorized to maintain the journal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIKZ_TAXRET - Message Class for Kazakg Rep Tax return report

• Message number: 020

• Message text: You are not authorized to maintain the journal

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIKZ_TAXRET020 - You are not authorized to maintain the journal ?

  The SAP error message FIKZ_TAXRET020 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to maintain a specific journal entry related to tax returns. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and tax reporting within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to maintain the journal does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned in the SAP system.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that certain journals are restricted to specific user roles or groups.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct user role that includes the necessary permissions for journal maintenance.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can add the required authorization objects to the user’s role.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Journal Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the journal in question. This can be done in the Financial Accounting (FI) module under the relevant settings for tax reporting.
  Ensure that the journal is not restricted to certain user groups unless necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or journal configuration, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to maintain the journal again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to journal entries in SAP include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document) and F_BKPF_AKT (Accounting Document: Authorization for Document Type).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or training materials related to user authorizations and financial accounting for further understanding.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.