How To Fix KG1136 - You do not have an authorization for distribution key "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG1 - CO-PA planning

• Message number: 136

• Message text: You do not have an authorization for distribution key "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG1136 - You do not have an authorization for distribution key "&1" ?

  The SAP error message KG1136, which states "You do not have an authorization for distribution key '&1'," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or use a distribution key in the Controlling (CO) module without the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various transactions related to cost allocation, internal orders, or other CO-related activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization for the specific distribution key indicated by "&1".
  Authorization Object: The authorization check is likely related to the authorization object K_CCA (Cost Center Accounting) or similar objects that control access to distribution keys.
  User Role: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to use the distribution key in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization for the distribution key.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles and authorizations in your organization.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  Ensure that the authorization object K_CCA (or the relevant object) includes the distribution key in question. The administrator may need to add the distribution key to the authorization profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and how to manage user roles.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that users have the minimum necessary authorizations to perform their job functions to maintain security and compliance.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.