How To Fix RP085 - No read authorization for & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 085

• Message text: No read authorization for & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP085 - No read authorization for & & ?

  The SAP error message RP085 "No read authorization for & &" typically indicates that a user is attempting to access data for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This error is often encountered in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules, particularly when accessing employee data or payroll information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to read the specific data.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Data Protection Settings: There may be specific data protection settings in place that restrict access to certain employee data based on criteria such as personnel area, employee group, or other attributes.
  Organizational Structure: The user may be trying to access data outside their organizational unit or area of responsibility.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects (e.g., P_ORGIN, P_PERNR, etc.).
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Review Data Protection Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific data protection settings that might be restricting access to the data. This can include settings in the HR authorization concept.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to HR data include:
  
  P_ORGIN: Personnel Administration
  P_PERNR: Personnel Number
  P_TCODE: Transaction Code
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  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 the cause of the RP085 error and implement a solution to resolve it.