How To Fix HREIC_APPL_VP814 - The owner org. unit does not have authorization for this activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREIC_APPL_VP - Message class for EIC application (VP)

• Message number: 814

• Message text: The owner org. unit does not have authorization for this activity

What causes this issue?

The processing agent for an EIC activity has changed an attribute of an
activity to a setting for which no one in the owner organizational unit
has authorization to process.

System Response

An informational message is raised. The user is allowed to leave the
entry as is. The owner will still be able to open the activity at a
later date, but only to change the owner.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREIC_APPL_VP814 - The owner org. unit does not have authorization for this activity ?

  The SAP error message HREIC_APPL_VP814 indicates that the owner organizational unit does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific activity. This error typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) or Employee Central applications where organizational units are involved in various processes.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or organizational unit attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorizations assigned in the system.
  Organizational Structure: The organizational unit may not be correctly set up in the system, or the hierarchy may not reflect the necessary permissions.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user or organizational unit may not include the necessary permissions for the activity being attempted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Review the authorization profiles assigned to the user or organizational unit. Ensure that the necessary permissions for the activity are included.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will show which authorization object failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Organizational Unit Settings:
  
  Verify that the organizational unit is correctly configured in the system. Check if it is active and properly linked to the relevant processes.
  Ensure that the organizational unit has the necessary roles and permissions assigned.
  
  
  
  Role Maintenance:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, you may need to assign additional roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the activity again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that govern access to HR activities. Common objects include P_ORGIN, P_PERNR, and others specific to HR processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on organizational management and authorization concepts to better understand how to manage and troubleshoot these issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.