How To Fix HRASR00_UI221 - You are not authorized to launch the workitem

HRASR00_UI221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_UI - Messages for User Interface Work Center

• Message number: 221

• Message text: You are not authorized to launch the workitem

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_UI221 - You are not authorized to launch the workitem ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_UI221 ("You are not authorized to launch the workitem") typically occurs in the context of SAP's workflow and HR processes, particularly when a user attempts to access a work item for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorizations to execute the specific work item. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate roles that grant access to the HR processes or workflows.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow itself, which could restrict access based on certain criteria.
  User Status: The user might be in a status that does not allow them to perform the action (e.g., inactive or locked).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error