How To Fix HRPAYNL_EN289 - No authorization for writing infotype &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNL_EN - Errormessage for NL Payroll

• Message number: 289

• Message text: No authorization for writing infotype &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN289 - No authorization for writing infotype &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN289 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to write to a specific infotype in the Human Resources (HR) module. Infotypes are data structures used in SAP HR to store employee-related information, such as personal data, payroll data, and more.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object to perform write operations on the specified infotype.
  Role Assignment: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the infotype in question.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may be configured in a way that restricts access based on certain criteria (e.g., employee status, organizational unit).
  User Group Restrictions: The user may belong to a user group that is restricted from accessing or modifying the infotype.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAYNL_EN289 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Assignments:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, you may need to modify their role assignments to include the necessary authorizations for the specific infotype.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects (e.g., P_ORGIN, P_PERS, etc.) with the appropriate activity (e.g., 02 for change).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the infotype in transaction SPRO to ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the user from writing to it.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, 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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for HR infotypes, such as P_ORGIN (Organizational Management) and P_PERS (Personnel Administration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific infotype or authorization issues, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on HR authorization concepts to better understand how to manage user access effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the HRPAYNL_EN289 error message.