How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RP842 - Rules for clearing agreem could not be displayed; authorization missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RP -

• Message number: 842

• Message text: Rules for clearing agreem could not be displayed; authorization missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP842 - Rules for clearing agreem could not be displayed; authorization missing ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP842 indicates that the system is unable to display the rules for clearing agreements due to a lack of authorization. This typically occurs when a user tries to access a transaction or report that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile to view or manage clearing agreements.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or report.
  Authorization Object: The authorization object related to clearing agreements may not be properly configured or assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations. This will show you which specific authorizations are lacking.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for clearing agreements.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to modify existing roles or create new ones that include the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to clearing agreements. Common objects might include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document) or F_BKPF_AKT (Accounting Document: Activity).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary values assigned to these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to clearing agreements and financial transactions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and access the clearing agreement rules as needed.