How To Fix FIN_CFIN021 - You do not have authorization for deletion in company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_CFIN - Central Finance integration

• Message number: 021

• Message text: You do not have authorization for deletion in company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_CFIN021 - You do not have authorization for deletion in company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIN_CFIN021 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to delete a record in a specific company code. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or master data management within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to perform certain actions, such as deletion, is controlled by authorization objects. If the user’s role does not include the necessary permissions for deletion in the specified company code, this error will occur.
  Solution:
  To resolve the FIN_CFIN021 error, you can take the following 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 Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the authorization for deletion in the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  The relevant authorization object for deletion in financial transactions is typically F_BKPF_BWA (for accounting documents) or F_BKPF_BWA (for company code-specific authorizations).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the deletion again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to financial transactions and deletions.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices.
  Audit and Compliance: Ensure that any changes to user roles and authorizations comply with your organization’s security policies and audit requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIN_CFIN021 error and enable the user to perform the required deletion in the specified company code.