How To Fix FINS_REV_REC117 - No authority for displaying data in ledger &1 for company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_REV_REC - Event Based revenue recognition

• Message number: 117

• Message text: No authority for displaying data in ledger &1 for company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_REV_REC117 - No authority for displaying data in ledger &1 for company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_REV_REC117 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display data in a specific ledger for a given company code. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data security and integrity.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization for the specific ledger (e.g., leading ledger, non-leading ledger) or company code.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions to access the financial data for the specified ledger and company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the authorization profiles or roles assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for financial data access typically include:
  
  F_BKPF_BLA: Authorization for accounting documents.
  F_LFA1_APP: Authorization for vendor master data.
  F_SKA1_APP: Authorization for G/L account master data.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the ledger and company code in question.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to modify the roles accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors.
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that user roles are regularly reviewed and updated to align with business needs and security policies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.