How To Fix V1516 - No display authorization for document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 516

• Message text: No display authorization for document type &

DEFINE &BOB& = 'V_VBAK_AAT'
INCLUDE NA_NO_ENTITLEMENT OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1516 - No display authorization for document type & ?

  The SAP error message V1516, which states "No display authorization for document type &," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a document type for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of document management or financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to view the specific document type. This is often due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may be restricted based on company policies or configurations, and users may not be granted access to them.
  User Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the document type in question.
  
  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 is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include access to the document type.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the document type.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the appropriate roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization object that controls access to the document type. Common authorization objects related to document display include F_BKPF_BES (for accounting documents) or F_BKPF_AKT (for document types).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary values assigned to these authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user details)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the V1516 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to the document type in question.