How To Fix BRAIN352 - Authorization fields not saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 352

• Message text: Authorization fields not saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN352 - Authorization fields not saved ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN352, which states "Authorization fields not saved," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with saving authorization data related to InfoObjects or queries. This error can arise due to various reasons, including authorization issues, configuration problems, or data inconsistencies.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to save the authorization fields may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the authorization objects or roles in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data model or the way the authorization fields are defined.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as system performance problems or bugs in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to save authorization fields. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or SU53 (to analyze authorization issues).
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the configuration of the relevant authorization objects in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the necessary fields are included in the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the InfoObjects and queries to ensure that all required fields are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  Look for any system performance issues or errors in the system logs (transaction SM21) that might be affecting the ability to save data.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to further diagnose the problem without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  SM21 (System Log)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to authorization management in BW and BusinessObjects for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BRAIN352 error and implement a suitable solution.