/ACCGO/CCK_GDC003 - You are not authorized to view a global derived characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CCK_GDC -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You are not authorized to view a global derived characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CCK_GDC003 - You are not authorized to view a global derived characteristic ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CCK_GDC003 indicates that a user is not authorized to view a global derived characteristic in the context of SAP's General Ledger Accounting or related modules. This error typically arises in environments where access control is strictly enforced, and it can be related to authorization objects that govern access to specific data or functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the global derived characteristic. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to view or interact with the specific global derived characteristic.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the derived characteristic that limit access based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for accessing global derived characteristics.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as S_TCODE for transaction codes and any specific objects related to the derived characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to derived characteristics. This may include objects related to reporting, data access, and specific modules.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and derived characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /ACCGO/CCK_GDC003.