How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH009 - Object type of InfoProvider &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Object type of InfoProvider &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH009 - Object type of InfoProvider &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH009 indicates that there is an authorization issue related to the InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to access data in SAP HANA. The message specifically states that the object type of the InfoProvider is not allowed, which typically means that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to access the InfoProvider. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the SAP BW or HANA system.
  Object Type Restrictions: The InfoProvider type being accessed (e.g., DSO, InfoCube, CompositeProvider) may not be allowed for the user based on the authorization settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the authorization objects or roles assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the InfoProvider type being accessed.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust the roles or create new ones that include the required authorizations for the InfoProvider.
  Ensure that the roles include the relevant authorization objects, such as S_RS_AUTH for reporting and S_RS_COMP for accessing InfoProviders.
  
  
  
  Check InfoProvider Settings:
  
  Review the settings of the InfoProvider to ensure that it is correctly configured and that there are no restrictions that would prevent access.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance to check and assign roles.
  PFCG: Role maintenance to create or modify roles.
  SU53: Display authorization check to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on authorization concepts in BW and HANA for more detailed information on managing user access and roles.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the RS2HANA_AUTH009 error.