How To Fix EYE050 - Aggregation authorization must be assigned for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EYE - Messages in queries for analysis authorizations

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Aggregation authorization must be assigned for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

Characteristics that do not occur in the drilldown but that exist in the
InfoProvider are always aggregated. The displayed transaction data is
always displayed as aggregated using these characteristics.
If this type of aggregated characteristic is authorization-relevant, at
least one aggregation authorization must be assigned for this
characteristic. (This can also be represented by full authorization (*)
for the characteristics, if this is supported.)

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Consider this requirement when assigning authorizations to users who
execute queries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EYE050 - Aggregation authorization must be assigned for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message EYE050 indicates that there is an issue with aggregation authorization for a specific characteristic in your SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a user attempts to access data that requires specific authorization for aggregation.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user tries to execute a query or report that involves aggregating data based on a characteristic for which they do not have the necessary authorization.
  The characteristic in question is not assigned the required aggregation authorization in the authorization object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EYE050 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  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 characteristic in question.
  
  
  
  Assign Aggregation Authorization:
  
  Go to the transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Find the role assigned to the user and check the authorization objects related to the characteristic.
  Ensure that the authorization object for aggregation (typically S_RS_AUTH) includes the necessary aggregation authorizations for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the authorization object to include the necessary aggregation authorizations for the characteristic.
  You can do this by editing the role and adding the required values for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made to roles and authorizations are transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to refresh their authorizations.
  Test the query or report again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functionalities. For aggregation, the relevant authorization object is often S_RS_AUTH.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user roles)
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices for setting up user roles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP security team or refer to SAP support for further assistance.