How To Fix REP_EAPS_HU_MSG016 - No authorization to display data of Cost Element '&1'

REP_EAPS_HU_MSG016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REP_EAPS_HU_MSG - PS-HU Reports

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No authorization to display data of Cost Element '&1'

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REP_EAPS_HU_MSG016 - Details

• The SAP error message REP_EAPS_HU_MSG016 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display data related to a specific cost element. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are in place to ensure that users can only access data that they are permitted to see.
  
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the necessary authorization for the specific authorization object related to cost elements (e.g., K_CCA for controlling area).
  Role Assignment: The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions to view the cost element data.
  Cost Element Configuration: The cost element may be configured in such a way that it restricts access based on certain criteria (e.g., company code, controlling area).
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  Solution:
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