How To Fix UKM_DCD_MSG009 - You are not authorized to display the master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UKM_DCD_MSG - Messages for the Documented Credit Decision

• Message number: 009

• Message text: You are not authorized to display the master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UKM_DCD_MSG009 - You are not authorized to display the master data ?

  The SAP error message UKM_DCD_MSG009 indicates that a user is not authorized to display the master data in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's credit management module, where access to certain data is restricted based on user roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile to view the specific master data.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for accessing the master data.
  Data Protection Settings: There may be specific settings in place that restrict access to sensitive data based on organizational policies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations. This may involve adding specific authorization objects related to master data display.
  Common authorization objects related to master data access include F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document) and F_KNA1_AKT (Customer Master).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved. They should attempt to access the master data again to confirm that the authorization issue has been addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on authorization concepts and role management for a deeper understanding of how to manage user access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  Training: Consider training for users and administrators on SAP security and authorization management to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message UKM_DCD_MSG009.