How To Fix R9217 - No display authorization for query component type &1 in InfoProvider &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9 - Business Explorer

• Message number: 217

• Message text: No display authorization for query component type &1 in InfoProvider &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9217 - No display authorization for query component type &1 in InfoProvider &2 ?

  The SAP error message R9217 indicates that a user does not have the necessary display authorization for a specific query component type in an InfoProvider. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a user attempts to access a query or report without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations to view the specific query or InfoProvider.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user do not include the necessary authorizations for the query component type.
  InfoObject Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the InfoObjects that the user is trying to access, which can lead to authorization issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R9217 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the authorization check results. This will show which authorizations are missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the InfoProvider and query component type.
  Use transaction PFCG to review and modify roles. Make sure the roles include the necessary authorization objects, such as S_BI_WA (for BW authorizations).
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to add them to the user's role or create a new role with the necessary permissions.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to the InfoProvider and query are included in the role.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the relevant systems if you are working in a landscape with multiple environments (e.g., Development, Quality, Production).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for SAP BW/BI, such as S_BI_WA, S_BI_OHA, and others that pertain to query access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to authorization issues in BW/BI.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R9217 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to the query component in the InfoProvider.