How To Fix SFIN_FI013 - User &1 does not have authorization to perform XPRA &2 (activity &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFIN_FI - Simplified Financials

• Message number: 013

• Message text: User &1 does not have authorization to perform XPRA &2 (activity &3)

What causes this issue?

User &V1& does not have authorization to run program &V2&.

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?

Assign to user &V1& the authorization for authorization object <ZH>
FINS_XPRA</>, activity &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFIN_FI013 - User &1 does not have authorization to perform XPRA &2 (activity &3) ?

  The SAP error message SFIN_FI013 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific XPRA (cross-application program) activity. This error typically arises during the execution of a program or transaction that requires certain authorizations that the user lacks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object or activity assigned in their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for executing the XPRA.
  Transport Issues: If the XPRA is part of a transport request, the transport may not have been properly imported, or the user may not have access to the transport-related activities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to the XPRA and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to review and update the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt to execute the XPRA again.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific XPRA for any additional requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to financial transactions and XPRA activities. Common objects include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, and others specific to financial modules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific XPRA you are trying to execute.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SFIN_FI013 error.