How To Fix GK078 - No authorization for subassignment &1 with characteristic value &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 078

• Message text: No authorization for subassignment &1 with characteristic value &2

What causes this issue?

For the subassignment &V1&, the authorization is missing for the
characteristc value &V2&.

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?

Narrow the selection down to the subassignments for which you have
authorization.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK078 - No authorization for subassignment &1 with characteristic value &2 ?

  The SAP error message GK078 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a subassignment for a specific characteristic value in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar modules. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or manipulate data that they are not authorized to handle.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization for the specific characteristic or value they are trying to access.
  Authorization Object: The relevant authorization object (e.g., S_COPA) may not be properly configured for the user role.
  Characteristic Value Restrictions: The characteristic value being accessed may have restrictions that prevent certain users from making changes or viewing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Adjust Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the characteristic value in question.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and back in, or refresh their session to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for CO-PA, such as S_COPA, which controls access to profitability analysis data.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SU01 for user maintenance, PFCG for role maintenance, and SU53 for authorization checks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on managing authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK078 error and implement a solution to resolve it.