How To Fix KS119 - You do not have the authorization to change cost center groups.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 119

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to change cost center groups.

What causes this issue?

In controlling area &v1&, you are not authorized to change cost center
group &v2&.

System Response

You cannot change the hierarchy assignment or the assignment to the
cost center group.

How to fix this error?

When you create or change cost centers or business processes, have your
authorization checked or enter another cost center group.
Deleting cost centers or business processes also involves changing the
assigned cost center group since the cost center has to be removed from
the cost center group. Therefore have your authorization for changing
cost center groups checked.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS119 - You do not have the authorization to change cost center groups. ?

  The SAP error message KS119, which states "You do not have the authorization to change cost center groups," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action related to cost center groups does not have the necessary permissions assigned in their user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects to modify cost center groups. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action they are trying to perform.
  Cost Center Group Settings: The cost center group may have specific settings or restrictions that prevent unauthorized changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review and Update Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the necessary authorization objects (e.g., K_CCACTVT for cost center activity) are included in the roles.
  If the user needs to change cost center groups, they may require authorization for activities such as creating, changing, or displaying cost center groups.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user requires additional authorizations, they should formally request these from their manager or the SAP security team, specifying the need to change cost center groups.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After updating the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. They should then attempt the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with relevant authorization objects related to cost center management, such as:
  
  K_CCACTVT: Activity in Cost Center Accounting
  K_CCG_ACT: Authorization for Cost Center Groups
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center Group
  KS02: Change Cost Center Group
  KS03: Display Cost Center Group
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and cost center accounting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be needed, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.