How To Fix PYD_FND111 - No authorization to start report (authorization object P_PYD_AAUT)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYD_FND - Payroll Data Source Framework

• Message number: 111

• Message text: No authorization to start report (authorization object P_PYD_AAUT)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYD_FND111 - No authorization to start report (authorization object P_PYD_AAUT) ?

  The SAP error message PYD_FND111 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to start a specific report, which is controlled by the authorization object P_PYD_AAUT. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Payroll or related modules where specific reports require certain permissions to execute.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user attempting to run the report does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile. The authorization object P_PYD_AAUT is used to control access to payroll-related reports and functions, and if the user lacks the necessary permissions, they will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Look for roles that include the authorization object P_PYD_AAUT.
  If the user does not have the necessary roles, you may need to assign them appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Roles:
  
  If the user has the role but still encounters the error, you may need to modify the role to include the necessary authorizations for the report in question.
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to edit the role and add the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you analyze the authorization requirements and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations or roles, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to run the report again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Object P_PYD_AAUT:
  
  This object is specifically related to payroll authorization checks. It controls access to payroll-related reports and functions.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations, as these can vary by organization.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PYD_FND111 error and allow the user to execute the required report.