How To Fix HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL012 - Error when calling the authorization check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL - Messages for the environment of HR_PAYROLL

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error when calling the authorization check

What causes this issue?

There was an error during the authorization check.

System Response

The authorization is not granted.

How to fix this error?

For more information about the authorization check, see SAP Note
1597126.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL012 - Error when calling the authorization check ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL012 typically indicates an issue related to authorization checks during payroll processing in the SAP HR module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving it.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll schema or the authorization objects related to payroll processing.
  User Group Restrictions: The user might be restricted from accessing certain employee groups or payroll areas.
  Missing or Incorrectly Assigned Roles: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that are required for payroll processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure details. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorization Profiles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects for payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll schema and ensure that the authorization checks are correctly configured. This may involve reviewing the payroll driver and related settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or profiles, consult with your SAP security team to address the authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the payroll process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to payroll include P_ORGIN, P_PYRL, and P_PYRL_A.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check failure.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization checks in HR and payroll processing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.