How To Fix FSL_UTILITIES009 - You are not authorized to display the data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSL_UTILITIES -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: You are not authorized to display the data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSL_UTILITIES009 - You are not authorized to display the data ?

  The SAP error message FSL_UTILITIES009 ("You are not authorized to display the data") typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific data or transaction they are trying to view. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is enforced through roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that grant access to the specific data or transaction.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Data Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the data based on organizational levels, such as company codes, plants, or other criteria.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the transaction or data they are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  If you have access, you can also use transaction SUIM (User Information System) to analyze user authorizations and roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify 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 access.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, you may need to adjust the role configuration in transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) to include the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP security. Each object defines a set of fields that control access to specific data or transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU53 (Authorization Check), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System) for managing user authorizations.
  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 and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message FSL_UTILITIES009.