How To Fix CM_EHFND_CTRL001 - You are not authorized to read control data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_CTRL -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: You are not authorized to read control data

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings for authorization object <NP>EHFND_CTRL</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_CTRL001 - You are not authorized to read control data ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_CTRL001 ("You are not authorized to read control data") typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access specific control data within the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) or other modules that require specific permissions to view sensitive data.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user role assigned to the individual does not include the necessary authorizations to access the control data.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The required authorization objects for reading control data are not included in the user's profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to allow access to the specific data or transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user experiencing the error. This can be done by navigating to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization objects required for accessing control data. Common authorization objects related to HCM include:
  
  P_ORGIN: Organizational Management
  P_PERNR: Personnel Administration
  P_ABAP: ABAP Authorization
  P_TCODE: Transaction Code Authorization
  
  
  
  Modify Roles: If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Audit Logs: Check the audit logs for any additional information regarding authorization failures, which can provide insights into what specific authorizations are lacking.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message CM_EHFND_CTRL001.