How To Fix FIN_ODATA_GL022 - Missing authorization for company &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_ODATA_GL - Messages for Package APPL_FIN_ODATA_GL

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Missing authorization for company &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL022 - Missing authorization for company &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL022, which states "Missing authorization for company &1," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to access data for a specific company code in the system. This error is often encountered when trying to execute OData services related to financial data, such as General Ledger (GL) reports or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles or authorizations that allow access to the specified company code.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to financial transactions (e.g., F_BKPF_BES, F_BKPF_BUK) may not include the company code in question.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to include the necessary permissions for the company code.
  OData Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured to allow access to the required data for the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the necessary roles assigned. This can be done by checking the user’s profile in transaction SU01 or SUIM.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 to analyze the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Modify Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles or create new ones that include access to the required company code.
  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 resolve the issue.
  Test OData Service: Ensure that the OData service is correctly configured and that the user has access to it. You can use transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the service configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for financial transactions, such as:
  
  F_BKPF_BES (Authorization for Document Management)
  F_BKPF_BUK (Authorization for Company Code)
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: OData Service Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization or OData services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the FIN_ODATA_GL022 error.