How To Fix PM276 - You do not have authorization for company code &1


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

  • Message number: 276

  • Message text: You do not have authorization for company code &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    The following company-code authorizations are required:
    for the cash management position and account clearing: F_FDSB_BUK
    for the liquidity forecast: F_FDSR_BUK
    for individual record processing: F_FDES_BUK

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM276 - You do not have authorization for company code &1 ?

    The SAP error message PM276, which states "You do not have authorization for company code &1," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action does not have the necessary authorization to access or perform operations related to the specified company code in the SAP system.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Authorization: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations for the specified company code.
    2. Incorrect User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include access to the company code.
    3. Company Code Configuration: The company code may not be properly configured in the user’s profile or the authorization object.
    4. Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to company codes (e.g., F_BKPF_BES, F_LFA1_BES, etc.) may not be set up correctly.

    Solution:

    1. Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
    2. Review Authorizations: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
    3. Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations for the company code.
    4. Authorization Object Configuration: Ensure that the relevant authorization objects are correctly configured to allow access to the specified company code.
    5. Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.

    Related Information:

    • Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to company codes, such as F_BKPF_BES for financial accounting or F_LFA1_BES for vendor master data.
    • Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes for managing user authorizations include:
      • SU01: User Maintenance
      • PFCG: Role Maintenance
      • SU53: Display Authorization Check
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.

    If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP security team or system administrator for further investigation.

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