How To Fix VATCRQ139 - Sorry, you do not have authorization to view data assigned to other users

VATCRQ139 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VATCRQ - Message class for formalized inquiries

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Sorry, you do not have authorization to view data assigned to other users

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VATCRQ139 - Details

• The SAP error message VATCRQ139, which states "Sorry, you do not have authorization to view data assigned to other users," typically occurs when a user attempts to access data or transactions that they do not have the necessary authorizations for. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data security and compliance.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to view the data in question.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include permissions for the specific transaction or data set they are trying to access.
  Data Ownership: The data being accessed is restricted to certain users or groups, and the current user is not part of that group.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by an administrator using transaction