How To Fix HRPAYTR02860 - Display only, no maintenance authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR02 -

• Message number: 860

• Message text: Display only, no maintenance authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR02860 - Display only, no maintenance authorization ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR02860, which states "Display only, no maintenance authorization," typically occurs in the context of the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when users attempt to access or modify certain HR data without the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorization to perform maintenance (create, update, or delete) on the HR data. The system is set to allow only display access for the user role.
  Role Configuration: The user’s role may not be configured correctly in the SAP authorization concept, leading to restricted access to certain transactions or data.
  Data Protection Settings: Certain HR data may be protected due to legal or organizational policies, limiting access to specific user groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user’s roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorization checks failed.
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the HR transactions they are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user requires maintenance access, the security team may need to adjust the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for HR data maintenance.
  Ensure that the role includes the appropriate authorization objects related to HR data maintenance (e.g., P_ORGIN, P_PERNR).
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Ensure that the user is using the correct transaction codes that correspond to their authorization level. Some transactions may be restricted to display only.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding HR data access and maintenance to understand the specific authorizations required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back into the system to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues in the HR module.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with key authorization objects related to HR, such as:
  
  P_ORGIN: Organizational Management
  P_PERNR: Personnel Administration
  
  
  User Roles: Understand the role-based access control (RBAC) model in your organization to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels based on their job functions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.