How To Fix GG079 - You do not have authorization to configure the FI-SL component

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 079

• Message text: You do not have authorization to configure the FI-SL component

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to configure the FI-SL component.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to perform the above function, you must obtain the
necessary authorization for object 'G_ADMI_CUS'. The required action
is &V1&.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG079 - You do not have authorization to configure the FI-SL component ?

  The SAP error message GG079 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to configure the Financial Information System (FI-SL) component. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or modify settings related to FI-SL without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects in their user profile to access or configure the FI-SL component.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for FI-SL configuration.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations due to changes in the system or organizational structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has roles that include the necessary authorizations for FI-SL configuration.
  If the user does not have the required roles, you may need to assign them or request that a security administrator do so.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for FI-SL configuration typically include:
  
  S_TCODE: Authorization for transaction codes.
  S_FI_SL: Specific authorizations related to the FI-SL component.
  
  
  Ensure that these authorization objects are included in the user’s roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or profiles, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization. They can help review and adjust the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to access the FI-SL configuration again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles related to FI-SL.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems related to FI-SL.
  Training: Consider training sessions or materials on SAP authorization concepts for users who frequently encounter authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GG079 error and gain the necessary access to configure the FI-SL component.