Why is a manager unable to view their subordinates' leave applications on their ESS dashboard?

Why is a manager unable to view their subordinates' leave applications on their ESS dashboard?

This feature is available on all PaySpace editions

Managers will not be able to view their subordinates' leave applications on their ESS dashboard because the MSS security role restricts access to the Inbox widget.

      Navigate > Config > Security > Security > Security Roles 

Click on the pencil icon to edit the MSS security role.



Click on the Permissions tab and select the Employee menu branch


Select the green checkmark for the Inbox Widget permission and click on Update.


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