The SAP Human Resources module is notorious for complex authorization logic. When using the HR_READ_INFOTYPE function module or performing checks on HR master data, a return code of 15 often points to a failure—meaning the user has access to the data, but not for the specific date range requested. How to Troubleshoot and Fix Step 1: The Transaction SU53
While sy-subrc = 4 is a general "No," is often a more specific "No" related to organizational levels or specific functional constraints (like time periods in HR or paths in File Systems). Use SU53 to identify the gap and work with your Basis or Security team to update the relevant roles. access denied sy-subrc 15
When trying to read or write files to the application server using OPEN DATASET , the system performs an internal check against the object S_DATASET . If the OS-level permissions or the SAP-level authorization for that specific physical path fail, return code 15 is frequently triggered. 2. HR (HCM) Infotype Access The SAP Human Resources module is notorious for
In the context of SAP authorization checks (the AUTHORITY-CHECK statement), return codes usually follow a standard pattern. While 4 is the most common failure code, Use SU53 to identify the gap and work
This is your first line of defense. Immediately after receiving the "Access Denied" error: Open a new session. Run transaction .
You can try to reset the buffer by entering /$TAB in the command field (use with caution in production). Step 4: Debugging the ABAP
A kernel-level or standard SAP function module is hard-coded to return 15 for a "Not Authorized" status instead of the traditional 4. Common Scenarios