How To Fix R8320 - You are not authorized for actions with the DataSource &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 320

• Message text: You are not authorized for actions with the DataSource &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8320 - You are not authorized for actions with the DataSource & ?

  The SAP error message R8320, which states "You are not authorized for actions with the DataSource &," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to a specific DataSource in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorizations in the SAP system to access or manipulate the specified DataSource.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary permissions for the DataSource.
  DataSource Configuration: The DataSource may be configured in a way that restricts access based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to DataSources, such as S_BI_WA (for BW authorizations) or other relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has been assigned the correct roles that include access to the DataSource. This can be done through transaction code PFCG.
  If necessary, create or modify roles to include the required authorizations for the DataSource.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments have been made, test the access again to ensure that the user can now perform the required actions with the DataSource.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to DataSources in SAP BW/BI.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance to check user roles and authorizations.
  PFCG: Role maintenance to create or modify roles.
  SU53: Display authorization check to diagnose authorization issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in SAP BW/BI.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the DataSource and eliminate the R8320 error message.