How To Fix HRASR00_FBD003 - You are not authorized to start a new process

HRASR00_FBD003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_FBD - HR Admin. Serv.: Form-Based Dialogs and Backend

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You are not authorized to start a new process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_FBD003 - You are not authorized to start a new process ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_FBD003 ("You are not authorized to start a new process") typically occurs in the context of SAP's HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with the process of initiating workflows or processes related to employee data, such as actions in the Employee Self-Service (ESS) or Manager Self-Service (MSS) applications.
  
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to start the process does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to the specific HR process.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The workflow or process may not be properly configured in the system, leading to authorization checks failing.
  
  
  User Status: The user may be in a status that does not allow them to initiate the process (e.g., inactive, locked).
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately