How To Fix GENFM_MENA051 - &1 records not displayed due to missing authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENFM_MENA - General Funds Management messages for MENA

• Message number: 051

• Message text: &1 records not displayed due to missing authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GENFM_MENA051 - &1 records not displayed due to missing authorization ?

  The SAP error message GENFM_MENA051 indicates that certain records are not displayed due to missing authorization. This typically occurs in the context of financial management or related modules where user permissions are critical for accessing specific data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to view the specific records in the system. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user profile.
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects that control access to the data may not be properly configured or assigned to the user.
  Data Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on organizational units, company codes, or other criteria that limit the visibility of certain records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which 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 identify missing authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create new roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the relevant authorization objects are included in the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify and assign the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  Test the transaction or report again to confirm that the records are now accessible.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to financial management include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document), F_LFA1_APR (Vendor Master), and others depending on the specific module and data being accessed.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  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 GENFM_MENA051.