How To Fix PCTRRES_MSG003 - Authorization type: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PCTRRES_MSG - Message Class for Hr transp. py. res. auth. extractor

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Authorization type: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PCTRRES_MSG003 - Authorization type: &1 ?

  The SAP error message PCTRRES_MSG003 with the description "Authorization type: &1" typically indicates that there is an issue related to authorization checks in the SAP system. This error is often encountered when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization for the specific action or transaction they are trying to execute.
  Authorization Object: The authorization object associated with the action may not be properly assigned to the user's role.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user profile or the way authorizations are configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization log to see which specific authorization object is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for the action being performed.
  If the role does not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role to include them.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the authorization object that is missing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data. Each authorization object consists of one or more fields that define the access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance, to check user details.
  SUIM: User information system, to analyze user authorizations.
  PFCG: Role maintenance, to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message PCTRRES_MSG003.