How To Fix HRWPC_GENERAL007 - No authorization for reading infotype 'Personal Data'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRWPC_GENERAL - General Messages for HR Manager Self-Service

• Message number: 007

• Message text: No authorization for reading infotype 'Personal Data'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWPC_GENERAL007 - No authorization for reading infotype 'Personal Data' ?

  The SAP error message HRWPC_GENERAL007 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read a specific infotype, in this case, the "Personal Data" infotype. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when a user attempts to access employee personal data but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the appropriate authorization object assigned to their user profile to access the infotype.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations for accessing personal data.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object related to the infotype may not be configured correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to a role that includes the necessary authorizations for accessing the infotype. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  If the user is not assigned to the correct role, you may need to add them to a role that has the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the role is correct but the authorizations are still missing, you may need to modify the authorization objects associated with the role. This typically requires the involvement of a security administrator.
  The relevant authorization object for accessing infotypes in HCM is P_ORGIN, which controls access to personnel data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user authorizations in SAP HCM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. The "Personal Data" infotype (infotype 0002) contains essential personal information about employees.
  Authorization Management: SAP uses a role-based access control system, where users are assigned roles that contain specific authorizations. Proper management of these roles is crucial for maintaining security and compliance.
  Security Audits: Regular audits of user roles and authorizations can help prevent such issues and ensure that users have the appropriate access levels.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.