How To Fix HRPAO_MASTERDATA130 - No authorization to upload a photo

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAO_MASTERDATA - Messages for Masterdata Application

• Message number: 130

• Message text: No authorization to upload a photo

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAO_MASTERDATA130 - No authorization to upload a photo ?

  The SAP error message HRPAO_MASTERDATA130 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to upload a photo in the HR (Human Resources) module, specifically related to employee master data.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects that allow them to upload photos in the HR system.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for photo uploads.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the SAP system that restrict photo uploads based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to HR master data and photo uploads, such as P_ORGIN, P_PERS, or any custom authorization objects that may be in use.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have access, go to transaction code PFCG to review and modify the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for uploading photos. You may need to add or adjust the relevant authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. Provide them with the error message and the results from the SU53 transaction for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Test the photo upload functionality again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP HR that pertain to employee master data and photo uploads.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues related to photo uploads.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the HRPAO_MASTERDATA130 error.