What is 'authorization group' in SAP FS-BA-SD - Source Data?

authorization group - Overview

• Component: FS-BA-SD

• Component Name: Source Data

• Description: Authorization groups determine whether a user has permission to create, change, or display specific objects. This information is stored in the user's master data.

authorization group - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  An authorization group is a feature of the SAP system that allows users to assign authorization profiles to certain objects. This allows users to control who has access to certain objects and what type of access they have. In the FS-BA-SD Source Data component, authorization groups are used to control access to source data, such as customer and vendor master data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use authorization groups in the FS-BA-SD Source Data component, users must first create an authorization group and assign it to an object. This can be done by navigating to the Authorization Groups tab in the source data object and selecting the “Create Authorization Group” button. Once the authorization group is created, users can assign authorization profiles to it by selecting the “Assign Authorization Profiles” button. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an authorization group, it is important to ensure that only users with the appropriate level of access are assigned to it. This will help ensure that only authorized users have access to sensitive source data. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update authorization groups as needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on authorization groups in the FS-BA-SD Source Data component, please refer to SAP’s documentation on Authorization Groups in Source Data Objects.