How To Fix HRECM00BDG043 - You are not authorized to update Budget Values infotype (1520)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRECM00BDG - Messages for Budgeting Functions

• Message number: 043

• Message text: You are not authorized to update Budget Values infotype (1520)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRECM00BDG043 - You are not authorized to update Budget Values infotype (1520) ?

  The SAP error message HRECM00BDG043, which states "You are not authorized to update Budget Values infotype (1520)," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action does not have the necessary authorization to update the specified infotype (in this case, infotype 1520, which is related to budget values in the SAP system).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to modify the Budget Values infotype (1520). This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific infotype or the associated actions (create, change, delete).
  Organizational Level Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on organizational levels that prevent the user from making changes to budget values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User 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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for infotype 1520. This may involve checking the role configuration in transaction PFCG.
  If the user needs to update budget values, ensure that the role includes the authorization object P_ORGIN (for personnel administration) and any other relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user is missing the required authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the roles to include the necessary authorizations for infotype 1520.
  Ensure that the changes are tested in a development or quality environment before moving to production.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the authorization requirements for updating budget values and provide training if necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 1520: This infotype is used for managing budget values in SAP HR. Understanding its structure and the data it holds can help in troubleshooting.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to infotypes in SAP, particularly those related to HR and budget management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization problems related to infotype 1520.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization issue and implement a solution to resolve the error message HRECM00BDG043.