How To Fix GLE_GENERAL_AL002 - You have no authorization for this posting period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_GENERAL_AL -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: You have no authorization for this posting period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_GENERAL_AL002 - You have no authorization for this posting period ?

  The SAP error message GLE_GENERAL_AL002 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to post in the specified posting period. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly in financial modules, where posting periods are often restricted to maintain data integrity and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization for the specific posting period. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Closed Posting Period: The posting period may be closed for the user’s company code or for the specific type of transaction they are trying to post.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not be configured to allow postings in the specified period.
  Company Code Settings: The company code settings may restrict postings to certain periods based on financial year-end closing procedures.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure details.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the posting period.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Period Settings:
  
  Check the posting period settings in transaction OB52. Ensure that the period is open for the relevant company code and that the user has access to it.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily for the user or adjust the settings to allow postings.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Profile:
  
  If the user needs access to multiple posting periods, consider adjusting their user profile to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Financial Team:
  
  If the posting period is intentionally closed (e.g., for month-end or year-end closing), consult with the finance team to understand the policies and whether an exception can be made.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction type they are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  OB52: Change View "Open and Close Posting Periods"
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Check for relevant authorization objects such as F_BKPF_BUP (Accounting Document: Authorization for Document Type) and F_BKPF_PER (Accounting Document: Authorization for Posting Period).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and posting period controls.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.