How To Fix CATSXT004 - You do not have authorization to display data for pers. no. &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATSXT - Time Sheet

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display data for pers. no. &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATSXT004 - You do not have authorization to display data for pers. no. &1 ?

  The SAP error message CATSXT004 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display data for a specific personnel number (pers. no. &1) in the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) module. This error typically arises in scenarios where users are trying to access time data for employees but lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the appropriate authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to personnel administration or time management.
  Personnel Number Restrictions: The user may be trying to access data for a personnel number that is restricted based on their role or organizational structure.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that limit access to certain personnel numbers based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If the required authorization objects are missing, work with your SAP security team to assign the necessary roles or authorizations. Common authorization objects related to personnel data include:
  
  P_ORGIN: Personnel Administration
  P_PERNR: Personnel Number
  P_TCODE: Transaction Code
  
  
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant organizational units and personnel numbers.
  
  
  
  Review Organizational Structure:
  
  Check if there are any restrictions based on the organizational structure that might prevent the user from accessing certain personnel numbers.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to personnel data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.