How To Fix RP087 - At least one record was skipped (authorization)

RP087 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 087

• Message text: At least one record was skipped (authorization)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP087 - At least one record was skipped (authorization) ?

  The SAP error message RP087, which states "At least one record was skipped (authorization)," typically occurs during payroll processing or when executing certain reports in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that the system has encountered a record for which the user does not have the necessary authorizations to process or view.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user executing the payroll or report does not have the required authorizations for one or more employee records. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Data Protection: The system is designed to protect sensitive employee data, and if a user lacks the necessary permissions, the system will skip those records to prevent unauthorized access.
  Configuration Settings: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the authorization objects related to payroll processing may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's authorization profile in transaction