How To Fix KI876 - ALL authorization already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 876

• Message text: ALL authorization already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI876 - ALL authorization already exists ?

  The SAP error message KI876 ("ALL authorization already exists") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or modify an authorization object for a user or role, and the system detects that the authorization already exists for that user or role.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Authorization: The error indicates that the authorization you are trying to create or modify is already present in the system for the specified user or role.
  Role Assignment: The user may already have a role assigned that includes the same authorization.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile may already contain the necessary authorizations, leading to redundancy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s authorizations. Look for the roles assigned to the user and see if the required authorization is already included.
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles and their associated authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Role:
  
  If the authorization is already present, you may not need to create a new one. Instead, you can modify the existing role or authorization profile to meet your needs.
  
  
  
  Remove Redundant Authorizations:
  
  If you find that there are duplicate authorizations, consider removing the redundant ones to streamline the authorization setup.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the authorizations or how to proceed, consult with your SAP security team or basis team. They can provide insights into the authorization setup and help resolve conflicts.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, ensure to test the user’s access to confirm that the necessary authorizations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to analyze authorizations)
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts:
  
  Understand the difference between roles, profiles, and authorizations in SAP.
  Familiarize yourself with the concept of authorization objects and how they are used to control access to various transactions and data.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KI876 error and manage authorizations effectively in your SAP environment.