How To Fix RJ018 - No authorization for checking extractors (error &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RJ - BW Extractor Handling Message Class

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No authorization for checking extractors (error &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RJ018 - No authorization for checking extractors (error &1) ?

  The SAP error message RJ018 "No authorization for checking extractors (error &1)" typically occurs when a user attempts to access or check data extractors in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) without having the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user role that is trying to access the extractor. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their role.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to access or check extractors.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the relevant transaction codes or data sources.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RJ018 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization objects related to extractors. Common authorization objects for extractors include:
  
  S_BI_WA (Authorizations for BI Workbench)
  S_BI_CONT (Authorizations for BI Content)
  S_BI_EXTRACTOR (Authorizations for Extractors)
  
  
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the extractor access again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to authorization issues for extractors, as they may provide additional insights or updates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions related to similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage their authorizations and understand the role of extractors in SAP BW/BI.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RJ018 error and ensure that users have the necessary access to check and manage extractors in SAP.