How To Fix FLBP313 - You are not authorized to create vendors with authorization group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 313

• Message text: You are not authorized to create vendors with authorization group &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FLBP313 - You are not authorized to create vendors with authorization group &1 ?

  The SAP error message FLBP313 indicates that a user is attempting to create a vendor but does not have the necessary authorization for the specified authorization group. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization groups are used to control access to certain functions based on user roles.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to create vendors in the specified authorization group.
  Authorization Group Configuration: The authorization group for vendor creation may be set up in a way that restricts access to certain users or roles.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions for vendor creation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FLBP313 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify their roles or assign them to a role that includes the required permissions for the authorization group in question.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorization objects, such as F_LFA1_AKT (Vendor Master Data) with the appropriate activity (e.g., create, change).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can review and adjust the authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Group Configuration:
  
  If the authorization group is incorrectly configured, it may need to be reviewed and adjusted by someone with the appropriate administrative rights.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt to create the vendor again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to vendor creation, such as F_LFA1_AKT, which controls access to vendor master data.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorization management to ensure compliance with your organization's security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the FLBP313 error.