How To Fix FINB_ACINST012 - User &1 has no display authorization in data basis &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_ACINST -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: User &1 has no display authorization in data basis &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_ACINST012 - User &1 has no display authorization in data basis &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINB_ACINST012 indicates that a user does not have the necessary display authorization for a specific data basis. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where access to certain data is restricted based on user roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user (indicated by &1) does not have the required display authorization for the specified data basis (indicated by &2).
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations to view the data.
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects may not be properly configured or assigned to the user’s profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the data basis in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are missing and need to be granted.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to modify existing roles or create new ones that include the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user 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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept: SAP uses a role-based authorization concept where users are assigned roles that contain specific authorizations. Understanding this concept is crucial for managing user access.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on authorization management for detailed guidance on how to manage user roles and authorizations effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINB_ACINST012 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to the required data basis.