How To Fix FIN_BS_DIALOG060 - Authorization check failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_BS_DIALOG - Messages Relating to Balance Sheet Dialog

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Authorization check failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_BS_DIALOG060 - Authorization check failed ?

  The SAP error message FIN_BS_DIALOG060 indicates that an authorization check has failed, which means that the user does not have the necessary permissions to perform a specific action or access certain data within the SAP system. This error is commonly encountered in financial modules, particularly when users attempt to access certain transactions or reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to financial transactions.
  Role Changes: If there have been recent changes to user roles or authorizations, the user may have lost access to certain functionalities.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles, organizational units, or other criteria.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, leading to insufficient access rights.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile and roles.
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for the transaction or report being accessed.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are causing the failure. This can be done by checking the logs or using transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user is missing roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  If roles need to be modified, work with your SAP security team to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for further assistance. They can provide insights into the authorization setup and help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to financial transactions (e.g., F_BKPF_BES for accounting documents).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with your organization’s policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FIN_BS_DIALOG060 error and implement a solution to resolve the authorization issue.