How To Fix KH766 - You are not authorized to perform this function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 766

• Message text: You are not authorized to perform this function

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to use the selected function.

System Response

You cannot carry out the function.

How to fix this error?

Contact you system administrator if you need authorization for this
function. The function is protected by the object "CO: Drill-down
reporting - reports" with the following fields:
Application class &V1&
Table name &V2&
Report name of the report
Activity &V3&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH766 - You are not authorized to perform this function ?

  The SAP error message KH766, which states "You are not authorized to perform this function," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific transaction or function within the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access certain reports, execute transactions, or perform specific actions within the SAP environment.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles or authorizations that allow them to perform the desired action.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects associated with the transaction may have restrictions that the user does not meet.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not include the necessary permissions for the specific function.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in the authorization roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed access to certain functions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user’s profile and roles.
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization objects required for the transaction and check if the user has the necessary authorizations. This can be done using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs, which shows the last authorization check.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the required access.
  Transaction Codes: If the error occurs during a specific transaction, ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for that transaction code.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, test the changes in a sandbox environment to ensure that the user can perform the function without encountering the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user authorization include:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be linked to the transaction or function you are trying to access.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to understand the structure and requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or a deeper analysis of the authorization setup in your specific SAP environment.