How To Fix FIN_CFIN023 - You don't have authorization to delete in the company codes you entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_CFIN - Central Finance integration

• Message number: 023

• Message text: You don't have authorization to delete in the company codes you entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_CFIN023 - You don't have authorization to delete in the company codes you entered ?

  The SAP error message FIN_CFIN023 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to delete entries in the specified company codes. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or data management within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the delete operation does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned to their user profile for the specified company codes.
  Company Code Restrictions: The company codes in question may have specific restrictions or settings that prevent deletion by certain users.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or object authorizations related to deletion activities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure details. This will show which specific authorization object 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 administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations for the company codes in question.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorization objects for deletion (e.g., F_BKPF_BES, F_BKPF_BER, etc.).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, contact your SAP security or basis team. Provide them with the details of the error and the company codes involved so they can assist in granting the appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific settings or configurations at the company code level that might restrict deletion actions. This can include settings in financial accounting or controlling modules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, test the deletion operation again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control deletion rights in financial transactions. Common objects include:
  
  F_BKPF_BES (Authorization for Document Management)
  F_BKPF_BER (Authorization for Document Change)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve the authorization issue.