How To Fix HRPANL_EN254 - Not authorized to read infotype &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPANL_EN - Messages for NL Master Data

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Not authorized to read infotype &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPANL_EN254 - Not authorized to read infotype &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPANL_EN254 indicates that a user is not authorized to read a specific infotype in the Human Resources (HR) module. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access employee data or HR-related information for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to access the specified infotype. This can happen if the user's role does not include permissions for that infotype.
  Missing Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include access to the HR data.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may be configured in such a way that it restricts access based on certain criteria (e.g., organizational units, employee groups).
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not be set up correctly to allow access to the required infotype.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations using transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include access to the required infotype.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify existing roles or create new ones that include the required authorization objects for the infotype in question.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to HR data access (e.g., P_ORGIN, P_PERNR) are included in the user's roles.
  
  
  
  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 making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of employee-related information (e.g., personal data, payroll data).
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities and data. Common authorization objects for HR include:
  
  P_ORGIN: Organizational Management
  P_PERNR: Personnel Number
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  PA20: Display HR Master Data (to test access after changes)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the HRPANL_EN254 error message.