How To Fix KS103 - Cost elements were not selected due to lack of authorization

KS103 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Cost elements were not selected due to lack of authorization

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to display or process one or more given cost
element/s.

System Response

You cannot display the affected cost elements.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator, and enhance your authorization
profile, if required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS103 - Cost elements were not selected due to lack of authorization ?

  The SAP error message KS103, which states "Cost elements were not selected due to lack of authorization," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or manipulate cost elements in the Controlling (CO) module but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various transactions related to cost accounting, such as when trying to create or display cost center reports, cost element reports, or during planning activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization for the specific cost elements they are trying to access. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Cost Element Configuration: The cost elements may be configured in a way that restricts access based on certain criteria, such as company codes or controlling areas.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include access