How To Fix PA162 - Not possible to change start: No authorization for PCL3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Not possible to change start: No authorization for PCL3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA162 - Not possible to change start: No authorization for PCL3 ?

  The SAP error message PA162 ("Not possible to change start: No authorization for PCL3") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and is related to authorization issues when trying to change certain personnel data. The error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to perform the action on the specified infotype or data.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to make changes does not have the required authorization for the specific action related to the PCL3 (Personnel Change Log) object.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions to access or modify the data in question.
  Infotype Restrictions: The specific infotype being accessed may have restrictions based on the user's authorization profile.
  
  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 object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the PCL3 object.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate access should modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations for PCL3.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorization objects related to personnel administration.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. For personnel administration, common authorization objects include:
  
  P_ORGIN: Personnel Administration
  P_PCL3: Personnel Change Log
  
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has its own set of authorization checks.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data (to check infotype data)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the PA162 error.