How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO596 - User not authorized to read data for Clearing area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO -

• Message number: 596

• Message text: User not authorized to read data for Clearing area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO596 - User not authorized to read data for Clearing area &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO596 indicates that a user is not authorized to read data for a specific clearing area. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing or financial transactions where access to certain data is restricted based on user roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the specified clearing area. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that restrict access to certain data based on organizational units, company codes, or other criteria.
  Data Protection Policies: There may be data protection policies in place that limit access to sensitive financial information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the clearing area in question.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to add the necessary roles or adjust the existing roles to include the required authorization objects.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user is granted the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the clearing area and ensure that they are set up correctly to allow access for the relevant users.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to align with your organization's access policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or configuration, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects that may be relevant include F_BKPF_BES (for document authorization) and F_BKPF_BUK (for company code authorization).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.