How To Fix FIN_ODATA_GL013 - Missing authorization to edit the document

FIN_ODATA_GL013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_ODATA_GL - Messages for Package APPL_FIN_ODATA_GL

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Missing authorization to edit the document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL013 - Missing authorization to edit the document ?

  The SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL013 indicates that a user is attempting to edit a document but lacks the necessary authorization to perform that action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are in place to ensure that users can only perform actions that they are permitted to.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Role: The user does not have the required authorization role assigned to their user profile that allows editing of the specific document type.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the financial documents may not be properly configured for the user.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow editing (e.g., it may be locked or finalized).
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up or may have been changed, leading to a loss of necessary permissions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the