How To Fix 5M333 - No authorization for object PCL2 in user master data for &. & terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 333

• Message text: No authorization for object PCL2 in user master data for &. & terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M333 - No authorization for object PCL2 in user master data for &. & terminated ?

  The SAP error message 5M333 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization for the object PCL2 in their user master data. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access or perform an action related to personnel cost planning or other HR-related functions that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of the required authorization for the PCL2 object in the user's profile. The PCL2 authorization object is related to personnel cost planning and is used to control access to various HR functionalities.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user master data for the affected user.
  Go to the "Profiles" tab and check the assigned profiles to see if they include the necessary authorizations for PCL2.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user.
  Check if the roles contain the necessary authorizations for the PCL2 object. You may need to look for roles related to HR or personnel cost planning.
  
  
  
  Modify or Create Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify an existing role or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for PCL2.
  Ensure that the role includes the appropriate activity (e.g., display, change) for the PCL2 object.
  
  
  
  Authorization Testing:
  
  After making changes, use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures after the user attempts to perform the action again. This can help identify any remaining authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made to roles or authorizations are transported to the production environment as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Object PCL2: This object is used to control access to personnel cost planning functions. It typically includes fields such as personnel area, employee group, and employee subgroup.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the 5M333 error message.