How To Fix 5F237 - A direct delimitation of the infotype is not authorized.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 237

• Message text: A direct delimitation of the infotype is not authorized.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F237 - A direct delimitation of the infotype is not authorized. ?

  The SAP error message 5F237 ("A direct delimitation of the infotype is not authorized") typically occurs when a user attempts to directly delimit an infotype (such as personal data, organizational assignment, etc.) in a way that is not permitted by the system's configuration or user authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the delimitation of the infotype. This can happen if the user’s role does not include the required permissions for the specific infotype.
  
  
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may be configured in such a way that direct delimitation is not allowed. This could be due to business rules or settings defined in the system.
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system may have constraints in place to maintain data integrity, preventing direct changes to certain infotypes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user’s role and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to delimit the specific infotype.
  You can use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the infotype in transaction SPRO (Customizing) to see if direct delimitation is allowed.
  Consult with your SAP HR or configuration team to understand the rules governing the infotype.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods:
  
  If direct delimitation is not allowed, consider using alternative methods to achieve the desired outcome. For example, you might need to create a new record instead of delimiting an existing one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific infotype to understand its behavior and any restrictions that may apply.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you believe it is a system error or misconfiguration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee data. Each infotype has specific rules and configurations that dictate how data can be entered, modified, or deleted.
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects control access to various functions and data. Understanding the relevant authorization objects for HR infotypes can help in troubleshooting authorization issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA40 (Personnel Actions) for managing infotypes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.