How To Fix BRAIN816 - Your authorized node &1 is not contained in hierarchy &2 (&3,&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Your authorized node &1 is not contained in hierarchy &2 (&3,&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN816 - Your authorized node &1 is not contained in hierarchy &2 (&3,&4) ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN816 indicates that there is an issue with the authorization for a specific node in a hierarchy. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when a user tries to access a hierarchy node for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to access the specified node in the hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Configuration: The node being accessed may not be correctly configured in the hierarchy, or it may not be part of the hierarchy that the user is authorized to view.
  User Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include access to the specific hierarchy or node.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user’s roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the hierarchy and the specific node.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the hierarchy in the SAP BW system. Ensure that the node in question is correctly defined and is part of the hierarchy that the user is trying to access.
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench and review the hierarchy settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes access to the required hierarchy and nodes.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or hierarchies, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization concepts and hierarchy management in SAP BW.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BRAIN816 error and implement a solution to resolve it.