How To Fix HREIC_APPL_VP817 - The processor does not have the authorization to change this activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 817

• Message text: The processor does not have the authorization to change this activity

What causes this issue?

The agent has made a change to the activity for which the agent is
authorized, but the listed processor is not authorized to modify. This
situation can occur even if the agent is the listed processor. For
example, if the agent is creating a new activity that he or she does not
have authorization to modify.

System Response

The <LS>Processor </>field is cleared. The agent may enter an
appropriate processor from the dropdown menu, if desired.

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_VP817 - The processor does not have the authorization to change this activity ?

  The SAP error message HREIC_APPL_VP817 indicates that the user (processor) does not have the necessary authorization to change a specific activity within the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) or Employee Central applications, where certain actions require specific permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific activity they are trying to change.
  Activity Restrictions: Certain activities may be restricted based on organizational policies or configurations within the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to assign additional roles that include the required permissions.
  Work with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Activity Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the specific activity in the SAP system to ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no restrictions preventing the user from making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific transaction or activity to understand any additional requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or configurations, have the user log out and back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  User Groups: Ensure that the user is part of the correct user groups that may have specific authorizations related to HR activities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation and resolution.