How To Fix PG182 - No read authorization for cluster & exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 182

• Message text: No read authorization for cluster & exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG182 - No read authorization for cluster & exists ?

  The SAP error message PG182 "No read authorization for cluster & exists" typically occurs when a user attempts to access data in a cluster table (such as cluster tables for payroll or other HR-related data) without having the necessary authorizations. This error is related to the authorization checks that SAP performs to ensure that users can only access data they are permitted to see.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to read data from the specified cluster table.
  Authorization Object: The relevant authorization object (e.g., P_ORGIN, P_PERSNL) may not be assigned to the user or the user's role.
  Cluster Table: The specific cluster table being accessed may have restrictions based on the user's role or profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, you may need to assign the appropriate roles or modify existing roles to include the necessary authorization objects.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the correct access rights.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects related to the cluster table in question. For example, for HR-related data, you may need to look at objects like P_ORGIN (for personnel administration) or P_PERSNL (for personnel number).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt to access the data again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cluster Tables: In SAP, cluster tables are used to store related data in a compressed format. Common examples include payroll data and time management data.
  Authorization Management: SAP uses a role-based access control system, where users are assigned roles that contain specific authorizations. Understanding how to manage these roles is crucial for resolving authorization issues.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help portal for detailed information on authorization objects and cluster tables.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP technical team for further investigation.