How To Fix KX085 - No authorization to display in key figure group &, aspect &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 085

• Message text: No authorization to display in key figure group &, aspect &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX085 - No authorization to display in key figure group &, aspect & ?

  The SAP error message KX085 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a specific key figure group and aspect in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when a user attempts to access data or reports that require specific authorizations that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects that are necessary to view the specified key figure group and aspect.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the key figure group in question.
  Key Figure Group/Aspect Restrictions: The key figure group or aspect may have been restricted to certain users or roles within the organization.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and add the necessary authorization objects related to the key figure group and aspect.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, contact your SAP security or basis team. Provide them with the details of the error and the key figure group/aspect you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the access again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects related to CO-PA and key figure groups can vary, but they often include objects like K_CPA (Profitability Analysis) and K_CPA_GRP (Key Figure Group).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing authorizations in SAP.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user roles).
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KX085 error and gain access to the required key figure group and aspect.