How To Fix HRPIQ000356 - You are not authorized to create infotype &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 356

• Message text: You are not authorized to create infotype &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000356 - You are not authorized to create infotype & ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000356, which states "You are not authorized to create infotype &," typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify an infotype in the SAP Human Resources (HR) module but lacks the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to create or modify the specified infotype. This can happen if the user's role does not include the necessary permissions.
  Missing Roles: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include the permissions for the infotype in question.
  Infotype-Specific Restrictions: Certain infotypes may have specific restrictions based on organizational policies or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the infotype. This can be done by checking the user's roles in transaction SU01 or by using transaction PFCG to review the roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the infotype.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which authorizations are needed, consult with your HR or SAP security team. They can provide guidance on the necessary roles and authorizations for the specific infotype.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to create or modify the infotype again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of employee-related information (e.g., personal data, payroll data, etc.).
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each infotype may require specific authorization objects to be accessed or modified.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the HRPIQ000356 error message.