How To Fix P2898 - (Authorization) error occurred when maintaining IT w/Transaction PA61

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 898

• Message text: (Authorization) error occurred when maintaining IT w/Transaction PA61

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2898 - (Authorization) error occurred when maintaining IT w/Transaction PA61 ?

  The SAP error message P2898 typically indicates an authorization issue when trying to maintain infotype (IT) records using transaction PA61. This error occurs when the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are attempting.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects to maintain the specific infotype.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not be configured correctly to allow access to the infotype or transaction.
  Infotype-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the infotype that prevent certain users from making changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the P2898 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  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 object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary authorizations for the infotype being accessed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you may need to adjust the user's roles or add the necessary authorization objects. This typically requires the assistance of a security administrator.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations for the infotype (e.g., P_ORGIN, P_PERS, etc.) and the transaction PA61.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to access transaction PA61 again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction PA61: This transaction is used for maintaining employee data in various infotypes. It is essential for HR personnel to have the correct authorizations to perform their tasks.
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to HR infotypes include:
  
  P_ORGIN: Personnel Administration
  P_PERS: Personnel Data
  P_TCODE: Transaction Code
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and adjusting authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.