How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE124 - User not authorized to read data for Clearing area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE -

• Message number: 124

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE124 - User not authorized to read data for Clearing area & ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE124 indicates that a user is not authorized to read data for a specific clearing area. This typically occurs in the context of using BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) related to purchase orders or financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified clearing area. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the authorization objects related to the clearing area.
  Data Restrictions: The clearing area may have specific restrictions or settings that limit access to certain users or roles.
  
  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 profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the clearing area in question.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as F_BKPF_BES (for accounting documents) or any other relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the transaction or BAPI again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to financial data and clearing areas. Common objects include F_BKPF_BES, F_LFA1_APP, and others depending on the specific context.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BAPIs and authorization management to better understand how to manage user access effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE124.