How To Fix 5H161 - Infotype 131 cannot be read because authorization is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5H - Garnishment Messages (Austria)

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Infotype 131 cannot be read because authorization is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5H161 - Infotype 131 cannot be read because authorization is missing ?

  The SAP error message 5H161 indicates that the system is unable to read Infotype 131 (which is related to the "Flexible Benefits" infotype) due to missing authorization. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify data in Infotype 131 but does not have the necessary permissions assigned to their user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the required authorization object for accessing Infotype 131. This could be due to missing roles or profiles in their user account.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for Infotype 131.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may have restrictions based on organizational levels that prevent access to certain data.
  User Group Restrictions: The user may belong to a user group that is not authorized to access Infotype 131.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to Infotype 131. This can be done by checking the roles in transaction PFCG.
  If the roles are missing, you may need to create or modify a role to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have access, you can modify the authorization objects related to Infotype 131. The relevant authorization object for this infotype is typically P_ORGIN (Personnel Administration) or P_PERSG (Personnel Area).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the relevant fields in these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the user’s requirements.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  Infotype 131: This infotype is used for managing flexible benefits in SAP HR. It allows employees to select and manage their benefits.
  Authorization Concept in SAP: SAP uses a role-based access control system where users are assigned roles that contain authorizations to perform specific actions within the system.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to Infotype 131.