How To Fix FT344 - No authorization for text & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 344

• Message text: No authorization for text & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT344 - No authorization for text & & & ?

  The SAP error message FT344, which states "No authorization for text & & &," typically indicates that a user is attempting to access or modify a text object (such as a long text, short text, or documentation) for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This can occur in various SAP modules, including but not limited to SAP FI (Financial Accounting), MM (Materials Management), and SD (Sales and Distribution).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to access or modify the specific text.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the text object in question.
  Text Object Restrictions: Certain text objects may have specific restrictions based on organizational policies or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization objects. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles in your organization.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific text object you are trying to access. This may provide insights into the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to text access include S_TCODE (Transaction Code), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization), and specific objects related to the module you are working in (e.g., F_BKPF_BUK for Financial Accounting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the error message FT344. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for accessing and modifying texts within the SAP system to minimize authorization issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.