How To Fix KH770 - You are not authorized to convert reports

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 770

• Message text: You are not authorized to convert reports

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to convert reports.

System Response

You cannot use this function.

How to fix this error?

If you need to use this function, you need authorization for object
"EC-PCA: Summary and line item reports" with Activity 42.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH770 - You are not authorized to convert reports ?

  The SAP error message KH770, which states "You are not authorized to convert reports," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a report conversion or access certain functionalities in SAP that require specific authorizations. This error is related to the authorization checks in the SAP system, particularly in the context of reporting and analysis tools.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile to perform the report conversion.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or report.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required functionalities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for report conversion.
  If the roles do not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or profiles, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the report conversion again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects related to report conversion may include S_PROGRAM, S_TCODE, or others depending on the specific report and transaction being used.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal documentation for details on the specific roles and authorizations required for report conversion.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance on authorization management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KH770 error and gain the necessary access to convert reports in SAP.