How To Fix DHBAS_UTIL011 - No authorization for reading definition &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DHBAS_UTIL - Message Class for DHBASIS_UTIL

• Message number: 011

• Message text: No authorization for reading definition &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DHBAS_UTIL011 - No authorization for reading definition &1 ?

  The SAP error message DHBAS_UTIL011 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read a specific definition in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or reporting, where the user is trying to access a data source or object for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization for the user role or profile attempting to access the specified definition. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their role.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions for the specific data source or object.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the specific object or data source that prevent access.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile and roles.
  Review the assigned roles to ensure they include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects required for the operation. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with a security administrator.
  Common authorization objects related to data access include S_TABU_DIS (Table Access), S_DATASET (File Access), and others depending on the context.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG.
  Add the required authorization objects to the relevant roles and generate the profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the operation again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or if you are unsure about the required authorizations, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles.
  
  
  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 and resolve the authorization issue causing the DHBAS_UTIL011 error.