How To Fix 5D472 - No authorization to read Social Insurance infotype (0013)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 472

• Message text: No authorization to read Social Insurance infotype (0013)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D472 - No authorization to read Social Insurance infotype (0013) ?

  The SAP error message 5D472 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read the Social Insurance infotype (0013). This infotype is typically used to store information related to an employee's social insurance details, which can be critical for payroll and compliance purposes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user attempting to access the infotype does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object related to infotype 0013 may not be properly configured in the system.
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes access to the Social Insurance infotype.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to infotype 0013.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify the authorization roles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the relevant authorization objects (e.g., P_ORGIN, P_PERSNL, etc.) are included in the role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved. They should attempt to access the Social Insurance infotype again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0013: This infotype is part of the Personnel Administration module in SAP and is used to manage social insurance data for employees.
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to personnel administration include P_ORGIN (Organizational Assignment) and P_PERSNL (Personnel Number).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization management and infotype usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the Social Insurance infotype.