How To Fix HRWPC_GENERAL023 - Restricted 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: 023

• Message text: Restricted authorization for reading infotype 'Personal Data'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWPC_GENERAL023 - Restricted authorization for reading infotype 'Personal Data' ?

  The SAP error message HRWPC_GENERAL023 indicates that there is a restricted authorization for reading the infotype related to "Personal Data" in the Human Resources (HR) module. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access personal data (such as employee information) but does not have the necessary permissions to do so.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to access the infotype for personal data. This could be due to missing roles or profiles in the user's authorization settings.
  Infotype Restrictions: The infotype may have specific restrictions set up in the system that limit access based on user roles or organizational units.
  User Group Settings: The user may not belong to the appropriate user group that has access to the personal data infotype.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure they include the necessary authorizations for accessing personal data.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can adjust the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects (e.g., P_ORGIN, P_PERNR, etc.) for accessing the personal data infotype.
  Ensure that the authorization objects are correctly configured to allow access to the relevant infotypes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the infotype in transaction SPRO to ensure that there are no additional restrictions or settings that could be causing the access issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the access again to ensure that the user can now read the personal data infotype without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for HR data access, such as P_ORGIN (Organizational Management) and P_PERNR (Personnel Number).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and infotype access.
  User Groups: Understand how user groups are set up in your organization and how they relate to access permissions for different infotypes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRWPC_GENERAL023 error and gain the necessary access to the personal data infotype.