How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ041 - User &1 needs more authorization for query &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 041

• Message text: User &1 needs more authorization for query &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ041 - User &1 needs more authorization for query &2 ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ041 indicates that a user does not have sufficient authorization to execute a specific query in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when a user attempts to run a query for which they lack the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user lacks the required authorization objects that are necessary to access the query or the underlying data.
  Query-Specific Authorizations: The user may not have been assigned the necessary roles or authorizations specific to the query being executed.
  Data Source Restrictions: The user may not have access to the data sources that the query is trying to retrieve data from.
  Role Assignment Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific query or InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BW_BICS_EQ041 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s authorizations.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include the necessary authorizations for the query.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the authorization objects required for the query. Common authorization objects for BW queries include:
  
  S_BI_WAA (Authorizations for BI Queries)
  S_BI_CONT (Authorizations for BI Content)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to assign additional roles that include the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to modify or create roles as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Query Properties:
  
  In the Query Designer, check the properties of the query to see if there are any specific restrictions or settings that might affect user access.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations or roles, have the user test the query again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  RSRT: Query Monitor (to test queries)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts in SAP BW and how to manage user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in BW.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the BW_BICS_EQ041 error.