How To Fix GG059 - You do not have authorization to change field movements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 059

• Message text: You do not have authorization to change field movements

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to change field movements.

System Response

The system switches to the display mode.

How to fix this error?

If you want to change field movements, you must obtain the necessary
authorization for object 'G_888_GFGC'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG059 - You do not have authorization to change field movements ?

  The SAP error message GG059, which states "You do not have authorization to change field movements," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify field movements in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's General Ledger (G/L) accounting or during the configuration of financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change field movements. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Configuration Restrictions: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict changes to field movements based on user roles or organizational policies.
  Transaction Limitations: The specific transaction being used may have restrictions that prevent unauthorized changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to change field movements.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, a system administrator or security officer should update the user's roles to include the necessary authorizations.
  The relevant authorization objects may include F_BKPF_BWA (for document changes) or other related objects depending on the specific field movements being modified.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles or permissions, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for field movements allow for changes by the user role in question. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for making changes in the system and understand the authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that govern access to financial transactions and field movements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to field movements include:
  
  OBY6: Field movements configuration
  FBV0: Change document
  FB50: G/L account document entry
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GG059 error and gain the necessary access to change field movements in SAP.