How To Fix 72278 - You do not have authorization to display absence quotas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

• Message number: 278

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display absence quotas

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72278 - You do not have authorization to display absence quotas ?

  The SAP error message 72278, which states "You do not have authorization to display absence quotas," typically indicates that the user attempting to access absence quota information does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in Human Capital Management (HCM) or Employee Self-Service (ESS) scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization for the relevant authorization object, which is usually related to absence management.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary permissions to view absence quotas.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on organizational levels (e.g., company code, personnel area) that prevent the user from accessing the data.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the missing permissions.
  
  
  
  Review and Update Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for absence quota display.
  Common authorization objects related to absence management include:
  
  P_ORGIN: Personnel Administration
  P_ABS: Absence Management
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Adjust Organizational Levels:
  
  If the user needs access to specific organizational units, ensure that the authorization profiles include the correct organizational levels.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the authorization requirements for accessing absence quotas and provide training if necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check or modify user roles)
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization failures)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization for absence quotas.
  
  
  User Groups: Ensure that the user is part of the correct user groups that have been granted access to the required functionalities.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation and resolution.