How To Fix FINS_ML_HELP002 - You are not authorized to repair data defects.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ML_HELP - Messages for package FINS_ML_HELP

• Message number: 002

• Message text: You are not authorized to repair data defects.

What causes this issue?

You are trying to repair data defects for the material ledger. You need
authorization object K_ML_SUPP with activity '02' (change) to do this.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ML_HELP002 - You are not authorized to repair data defects. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ML_HELP002 indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action related to data repair or correction in the system but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. This error typically arises in the context of financial data management, particularly in the area of Material Ledger or similar financial modules.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to perform data repair actions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects related to data correction.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that restrict certain users from performing data repairs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to perform data repairs.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Ensure that the role includes authorization objects related to data repair, such as F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document) or other relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the security guide for your specific version of SAP to understand which authorizations are required for the actions the user is trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and roles, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in data repair, such as MR8M (Cancel Invoice Document) or FB02 (Change Document).
  Authorization Objects: Understand the key authorization objects that govern financial data access and modifications.
  Audit Logs: Check audit logs to see if there are any additional restrictions or logs related to the user's actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.