How To Fix PA260 - Authorization missing: no infotype records were read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Authorization missing: no infotype records were read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA260 - Authorization missing: no infotype records were read ?

  The SAP error message PA260 ("Authorization missing: no infotype records were read") typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) or Personnel Administration (PA) modules when a user attempts to access or process infotype records without having the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to read or modify the specific infotype records. This can happen if the user’s role does not include the necessary permissions for the infotype in question.
  Incorrect User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes access to the relevant infotypes.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may not be properly configured in the system, or it may be restricted based on certain criteria (e.g., organizational units, employee groups).
  Data Protection Regulations: In some cases, access to certain infotypes may be restricted due to data protection regulations or company policies.
  
  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 specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations using transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the necessary authorizations for the relevant infotypes are included in the user’s role.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their role or assign them a new role that includes the required permissions for the infotypes they need to access.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the infotype in question to ensure it is set up correctly and that there are no restrictions preventing access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for HR infotypes, such as P_ORGIN, P_PERNR, and others that may be relevant to the specific infotype.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  PA20: Display HR master data (to check infotype records).
  PA30: Maintain HR master data (to modify infotype records).
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PA260 error message.