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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for the specific HR process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration of the workflow or process in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) or PFTC (Task Maintenance) to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the necessary authorizations are defined.
  
  
  
  User Status Check:
  
  Verify the status of the user in the system. Ensure that the user is active and not locked or inactive.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific HR process you are trying to initiate for any additional configuration or authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  PFTC: Task Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to HR processes include:
  
  P_ORGIN: HR Master Data
  P_PERNR: Personnel Number
  P_TCODE: Transaction Code
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message HRASR00_FBD003.