How To Fix KO149 - You are not authorized to display the change documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 149

• Message text: You are not authorized to display the change documents

What causes this issue?

You cannot display the change documents for an order, unless you have
the proper authorization. In this case, authorization object
K_AUFK_ART must contain the authorization for the order type and
status, as well as for activity 08 (display change documents).

System Response

You are not authorized to display the change documents of order &v3&
(order type &v1&, status &v2&).

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO149 - You are not authorized to display the change documents ?

  The SAP error message KO149, which states "You are not authorized to display the change documents," typically occurs when a user attempts to access change documents for a particular object (like a cost center, internal order, etc.) but lacks the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to certain functionalities, including viewing change documents, is controlled by authorization objects. If the user does not have the required permissions, they will encounter this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve the KO149 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 to view the user profile.
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations related to the specific object they are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for viewing change documents may include:
  
  S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization)
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code)
  S_CCA (Cost Center Accounting)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to modify the roles accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to user roles and authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to the KO149 error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Training:
  
  Consider providing training for users on how to request additional authorizations if they encounter similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KO149 error and allow the user to access the change documents as needed.