How To Fix GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG012 - No authority to read exchange rates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG - Messages for GL Enhancement: Currency Conversion

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No authority to read exchange rates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG012 - No authority to read exchange rates ?

  The SAP error message GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG012 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to read exchange rates in the system. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to access or perform operations related to exchange rates in the SAP system but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user role assigned to the individual does not include the necessary authorizations to access exchange rate data.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects related to exchange rates (e.g., F_SKA1_AKT, F_SKA1_BER, etc.) are not included in the user's profile.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the authorization roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include access to exchange rate data.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify the specific missing authorizations.
  Modify Roles: If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for financial transactions and exchange rates. Common objects include:
  
  F_SKA1_AKT: Authorization for account management.
  F_SKA1_BER: Authorization for exchange rate management.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to exchange rate authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to read exchange rates in the SAP system.