How To Fix FIN_ODATA_GL018 - Missing authorization to display document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_ODATA_GL - Messages for Package APPL_FIN_ODATA_GL

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Missing authorization to display document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL018 - Missing authorization to display document &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL018 indicates that a user is missing the necessary authorization to display a specific document in the system. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to access financial documents (like journal entries, invoices, etc.) through OData services but does not have the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to financial document access.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include the necessary permissions to view the document.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific authorization checks that the user does not meet.
  OData Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured to allow access to the required documents for the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user is missing roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for viewing financial documents. This may involve working with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user has the necessary roles but still encounters the error, check the specific authorization objects related to financial document access (e.g., F_BKPF_BES, F_BKPF_BUK, etc.) and ensure that the user has the required values.
  
  
  
  OData Service Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the OData service is correctly configured and that the user has access to the service. This may involve checking the service in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt to access the document again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for financial transactions in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or OData services that may provide additional guidance or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on OData services and authorization management for further insights into managing user access.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.