How To Fix FLBP309 - You are not authorized to display vendors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FLBP - Business Partner: Customer/Vendor Messages

• Message number: 309

• Message text: You are not authorized to display vendors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FLBP309 - You are not authorized to display vendors ?

  The SAP error message FLBP309, which states "You are not authorized to display vendors," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to view vendor information in the SAP system. This is a common issue in environments where access control is strictly enforced to protect sensitive data.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations to access vendor data.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects (e.g., F_LFA1_AKT, F_LFA1_BEK, etc.) may not be assigned to the user’s role.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes vendor display permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include vendor display authorizations.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This will provide insight into what specific permissions are lacking.
  
  
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should:
  
  Access transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Modify the user’s role to include the necessary authorization objects for vendor display.
  Ensure that the role is activated and assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved. They should attempt to access the vendor information again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which authorization objects are required, consult SAP documentation or your organization’s security policies regarding vendor data access.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to vendor data include:
  
  F_LFA1_AKT: Vendor master data (general data)
  F_LFA1_BEK: Vendor master data (company code data)
  F_LFA1_VK: Vendor master data (purchasing data)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization management.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.