How To Fix MDG_ANLY_SOURCES006 - You are not authorized to run this report

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANLY_SOURCES - Messages for MDG Analytics sources

• Message number: 006

• Message text: You are not authorized to run this report

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES006 - You are not authorized to run this report ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES006 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific report or transaction in the SAP system. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure security and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that is necessary to execute the report.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  Transaction Restrictions: There may be restrictions on certain transactions based on the user's organizational unit or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include access to the report in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Consult with your SAP security team to identify the missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user is missing the necessary authorizations, the SAP security team can modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the report again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to reporting may include S_PROGRAM, S_TCODE, and others depending on the specific report.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the report or authorization problems.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.