How To Fix FIS_FIN_GL005 - Not authorized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIS_FIN_GL -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Not authorized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIS_FIN_GL005 - Not authorized ?

  The SAP error message FIS_FIN_GL005 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a specific action related to General Ledger (GL) accounting. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or execute a transaction for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to financial transactions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific GL activity they are trying to perform.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on company codes, account types, or other criteria that the user does not meet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles in PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user cover the necessary transactions and activities related to GL.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the authority to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, 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 issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to GL include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document), F_BKPF_AKT (Accounting Document: Activity), and F_LFA1_LIF (Vendor Master).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FIS_FIN_GL005 error and implement a solution to resolve it.