How To Fix KI596 - No authorization to change planning in CO area & .

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 596

• Message text: No authorization to change planning in CO area & .

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to create or change cost element planning in
controlling area &V1&.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI596 - No authorization to change planning in CO area & . ?

  The SAP error message KI596, which states "No authorization to change planning in CO area," typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes to planning data in a controlling (CO) area without having the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in Controlling (CO) and Profitability Analysis (CO-PA).
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization for the user role assigned to the individual trying to perform the action. The specific authorization object that is usually involved is C_KKAE_AUTH, which controls access to planning activities in the CO area.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's role and authorization profile in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations. This may involve adding the necessary authorization objects to the user's profile.
  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 user has the appropriate values for the authorization object C_KKAE_AUTH. This object typically includes fields such as:
  
  CO Area
  Activity (e.g., 01 for Create, 02 for Change)
  
  
  Make sure the user has the correct activity assigned for the CO area they are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  
  
  Authorization Concepts:
  
  Understanding how SAP authorization works is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP provides patches or additional information that can help resolve authorization issues.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.