How To Fix GLE_UI_ECS013 - You are not authorized to display ECS items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_UI_ECS - User Interface for Processing of ECS Items

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You are not authorized to display ECS items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_UI_ECS013 - You are not authorized to display ECS items ?

  The SAP error message GLE_UI_ECS013 ("You are not authorized to display ECS items") typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or display the ECS (Enterprise Control System) items in the SAP system. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in financial or controlling areas where ECS items are relevant.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations to view ECS items.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to ECS might not be assigned to the user.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly to include the required permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the user’s roles.
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to ECS items. Common authorization objects might include:
  
  S_TCODE: Transaction code authorization
  S_USER_AUTH: User authorization
  S_ECS_ITEM: Specific to ECS items (if applicable)
  
  
  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 using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with 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:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the GLE_UI_ECS013 error message.