How To Fix KX086 - No authorization to make changes 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: 086

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX086 - No authorization to make changes in key figure group &, aspect & ?

  The SAP error message KX086 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to make changes to a key figure group in the context of a specific aspect. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when users attempt to modify settings or configurations related to key figures.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user. In SAP, access to various functionalities is controlled through authorization objects, and if a user does not have the required permissions for the specific key figure group or aspect, they will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the KX086 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user and check if the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for key figure groups may include K_KFGRP (Key Figure Group) and K_KFGRP_A (Key Figure Group - Authorization for Change).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific key figure group and aspect they are trying to modify.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user is granted the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to perform the action again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how SAP authorization works is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects related to key figure groups and aspects.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KX086 error and gain the necessary access to make changes to the key figure group.