How To Fix HRPAD99ILM004 - No authorization to read the infotype &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAD99ILM - HCM Data Privacy

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No authorization to read the infotype &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAD99ILM004 - No authorization to read the infotype &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAD99ILM004 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read a specific infotype in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access employee data or perform actions related to HR infotypes without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects to access the specified infotype.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the infotype in question.
  Infotype Restrictions: Certain infotypes may have restrictions based on the user's organizational assignment or other criteria.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to allow access to the required infotypes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to HR data access, such as P_ORGIN, P_PERNR, and P_TCODE.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the required infotype. This can be done through transaction code PFCG.
  If necessary, modify the roles to include the missing 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 to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the access to the infotype again.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for HR data access, such as:
  
  P_ORGIN: Organizational Management
  P_PERNR: Personnel Number
  P_TCODE: Transaction Code
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in HR.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users on how to handle authorization issues and the importance of data security in HR.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAD99ILM004 error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to the required infotypes.