How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV244 - No authorization for reading data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 244

• Message text: No authorization for reading data

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to change data in the CPS database.

System Response

Processing was terminated.

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 HRPAYDEBAV244 - No authorization for reading data ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV244, which states "No authorization for reading data," typically occurs when a user attempts to access data or perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This is common in SAP systems, especially in modules like HR (Human Resources) where sensitive employee data is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to access the specific data or transaction.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the HR data they are trying to access.
  Data Protection Regulations: In some cases, access to certain data may be restricted due to compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
  Incorrect User Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units or may not have the necessary personnel area or subarea authorizations.
  
  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 is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles in PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for the HR data they need to access.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorizations are controlled by authorization objects, which define what actions a user can perform on specific data.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in your specific version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the HRPAYDEBAV244 error message.