How To Fix FIN_FO_INTEREST_OM021 - Not authorized for company code &1 in authorization object F_LFA1_BUK.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_FO_INTEREST_OM -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Not authorized for company code &1 in authorization object F_LFA1_BUK.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_FO_INTEREST_OM021 - Not authorized for company code &1 in authorization object F_LFA1_BUK. ?

  The SAP error message FIN_FO_INTEREST_OM021 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform an action for a specific company code due to missing authorizations in the authorization object F_LFA1_BUK. This authorization object is related to vendor master data and controls access based on company codes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to access or modify vendor master data for a company code for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. The authorization object F_LFA1_BUK checks if the user has the required permissions to perform actions related to vendor accounts for the specified company code.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the company code in question.
  If the user needs access to multiple company codes, ensure that the roles cover all relevant company codes.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the company code.
  Ensure that the authorization object F_LFA1_BUK is included in the role with the appropriate values for the company code.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles, ask the user to log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  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 assist in granting the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Object F_LFA1_BUK: This object is used to control access to vendor master data based on company codes. It typically includes fields such as:
  
  Activity: Defines the type of action (e.g., display, create, change).
  Company Code: The specific company code for which access is being requested.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current business needs.
  Implement a process for managing and auditing user access to sensitive data.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message FIN_FO_INTEREST_OM021.