How To Fix KO344 - You do not have display authorization for product cost collectors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 344

• Message text: You do not have display authorization for product cost collectors

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to display product cost collectors.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO344 - You do not have display authorization for product cost collectors ?

  The SAP error message KO344, which states "You do not have display authorization for product cost collectors," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or display information related to product cost collectors without having the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary permissions to view product cost collectors in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the required authorization object for displaying product cost collectors.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to include the necessary permissions.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the correct roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KO344 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects for product cost collectors. The key authorization object for this purpose is C_KOSTL (Cost Center) and C_PCA_CCA (Controlling Area).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the required authorization objects to the user’s role and ensure that the necessary activities (like display) are included.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how SAP authorization works is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KO344 error and gain the necessary access to product cost collectors in SAP.