How To Fix J3RFVAT103 - You are not authorized to display data of VAT posting document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RFVAT -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: You are not authorized to display data of VAT posting document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RFVAT103 - You are not authorized to display data of VAT posting document &2 ?

  The SAP error message J3RFVAT103, which states "You are not authorized to display data of VAT posting document &2," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to view the specified VAT posting document in the system. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in financial accounting and tax reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to access the VAT posting document. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that restricts access, such as being locked or archived.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that limit access to certain documents based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access VAT documents.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles in their organization to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the VAT posting document in question. Ensure that it is not locked or archived, which could prevent access.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and document status, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to financial documents include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document) and F_BKPF_AKT (Accounting Document: Authorization for Display).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  FB03: Display Document (to check if the document can be accessed by other means)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and gain access to the VAT posting document.