How To Fix HRESS013 - Missing authorization for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS - HRESS

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Missing authorization for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS013 - Missing authorization for &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRESS013, which states "Missing authorization for &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action or access a resource for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. The "&1" in the message will be replaced with the specific authorization object or action that is being referenced.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of appropriate authorizations in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The user has not been assigned the necessary roles that include the required authorizations.
  The roles assigned to the user do not have the necessary permissions for the specific action or object.
  Changes in the authorization objects or roles that have not been reflected in the user's profile.
  The user may be trying to access a transaction or function that is restricted based on their organizational unit or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRESS013 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SUIM (User Information System) to analyze the user's authorizations and see if the required authorization object is included in their roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functions and data. Each authorization object can have multiple fields that define the specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRESS013 error message.