How To Fix GK071 - No authorization for ledger "&".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 071

• Message text: No authorization for ledger "&".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK071 - No authorization for ledger "&". ?

  The SAP error message GK071 ("No authorization for ledger '&'") typically occurs when a user attempts to access a specific ledger in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with multiple ledgers in a system that uses New General Ledger Accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object for the specific ledger they are trying to access.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include access to the ledger in question.
  Ledger Settings: The ledger may be configured in a way that restricts access to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to the ledger, typically F_LFA1_AKT for vendor ledgers or F_LFB1_AKT for customer ledgers.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, go to transaction PFCG to modify the user roles.
  Add the required authorization objects to the user's role that grants access to the specific ledger.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the access to the ledger again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for financial ledgers, such as F_LA_LA (for ledger access).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to authorization management include:
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  SU53 (Display Authorization Check)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and ledger configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GK071 error and gain access to the required ledger.