How To Fix KI536 - No authorization to display the business process group in CO area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 536

• Message text: No authorization to display the business process group in CO area &

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to display business process groups in
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI536 - No authorization to display the business process group in CO area & ?

  The SAP error message KI536 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display the business process group in a specific controlling (CO) area. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or view information related to business processes in the Controlling module without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to various functionalities and data is controlled through authorization objects. If the user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations for the specific business process group or CO area, the system will generate this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve the KI536 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This transaction will show you the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the CO area and business process group in question.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, the security team can modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations. The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  K_CCA (Controlling Area)
  K_BPR (Business Process)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate values for these authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved. They should be able to access the business process group without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made to the user’s authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functionalities. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance, where you can view and modify user roles.
  PFCG: Role maintenance, where you can create and modify roles and their associated authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to the KI536 error message, as there may be patches or recommendations from SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.