How To Fix XSS_UN223 - Either Entered PA does not exist or you are not authorized to access it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XSS_UN - Message Class for ESS (NPO Scenarios)

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Either Entered PA does not exist or you are not authorized to access it

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XSS_UN223 - Either Entered PA does not exist or you are not authorized to access it ?

  The SAP error message XSS_UN223 indicates that the system cannot find the specified Profit Center (PA) or that the user does not have the necessary authorization to access it. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reporting where profit centers are involved.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Profit Center: The Profit Center (PA) you are trying to access may not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the entry or the profit center not being created in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to access the specified profit center. This can happen if the user’s role does not include access to that particular profit center.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the profit center being marked for deletion or not being active.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to access issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Profit Center: Check the profit center code you entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that the profit center exists in the system by using transaction codes like KE53 (Display Profit Center) or KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items).
  Check Authorizations: Review the user’s authorization profile to ensure that they have the necessary permissions to access the profit center. This can be done by checking the user roles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and ensuring that the relevant authorization objects (like S_KKZ_1 for controlling area) are included.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to check authorizations, consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust your access rights.
  Check Profit Center Status: Ensure that the profit center is active and not marked for deletion. You can check this in the profit center master data.
  Review Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the profit center settings are correctly configured in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE53 (Display Profit Center), KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), and SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Authorization Objects: Understand the relevant authorization objects that control access to profit centers, such as S_KKZ_1 (Controlling Area) and S_KKZ_2 (Profit Center).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.