How To Fix FINS_CFIN_ACC_VIEW012 - No authorization to transfer documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_ACC_VIEW - Central Finance: Messages for Accounting View of Logistics

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No authorization to transfer documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_ACC_VIEW012 - No authorization to transfer documents ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_ACC_VIEW012 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to transfer documents in the context of Central Finance (CFIN). This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction or process that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects related to document transfer in Central Finance.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Central Finance system that restrict access to certain functionalities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization checks failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to Central Finance, such as F_BKPF_BES (for document posting) and F_BKPF_BUK (for company code).
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for document transfer.
  You can check this using transaction code PFCG to review and modify roles.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Maintenance:
  
  If the user needs additional authorizations, you may need to modify existing roles or create new ones that include the required authorization objects.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the document transfer process again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance and authorization management for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for Central Finance, as they may vary based on your specific implementation and configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems in Central Finance.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.