How To Fix /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES023 - You do not have authorization for pl. book &1, data view &2, KPI &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: You do not have authorization for pl. book &1, data view &2, KPI &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES023 - You do not have authorization for pl. book &1, data view &2, KPI &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES023 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific planning book, data view, or Key Performance Indicator (KPI) in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorizations in their user profile to access the specified planning book, data view, or KPI.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the APO functionalities.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions on specific planning books or KPIs that limit access based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the required planning book, data view, and KPI.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If specific authorization objects are missing, you may need to add them to the user’s profile or role. Common authorization objects related to APO include:
  
  S_APO_PLN for planning book access.
  S_APO_KPI for KPI access.
  
  
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the correct authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the necessary authorizations required for their roles in APO. Providing documentation or training can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in APO.
  SAP Help Portal: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on authorization management in SAP APO.
  User Groups: If applicable, check if the user is part of a user group that has specific restrictions or authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.