How To Fix GL006 - You do not have any create authorization for group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 006

• Message text: You do not have any create authorization for group &

What causes this issue?

To assign the rollup to authorization group &V1&, you need create
authorization for this group.

System Response

The rollup authorization object is called &V2&, and consists of the
authorization group and the activity which has the value 01 for create
authorization.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL006 - You do not have any create authorization for group & ?

  The SAP error message GL006 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a new entry in a specific group. This error typically arises in the context of creating or modifying master data, such as General Ledger accounts, cost centers, or other organizational units.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the "create" authorization for the specified group (indicated by the "&" in the error message). This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The user has not been assigned the appropriate authorization roles.
  The authorization object related to the group does not include the necessary permissions for the user.
  The group may be restricted to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GL006 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  Ensure that the user has been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for creating entries in the specified group.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to the group. Common authorization objects for financial transactions include F_BKPF_BES (for document types) and F_LFA1_APR (for vendor master data).
  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.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations. You can add the necessary authorization objects to the role and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance. They can help ensure that the user has the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to perform the action that previously resulted in the GL006 error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept in SAP: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Authorizations are managed through roles and profiles, which define what actions a user can perform within the system.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  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 cause of the GL006 error in SAP.