How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH078 - Checking privilege status...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Checking privilege status...

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH078 - Checking privilege status... ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH078 typically relates to authorization issues when accessing data in SAP HANA. This error can occur when a user does not have the necessary privileges to perform certain actions or access specific data in the HANA database.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Privileges: The user does not have the required authorizations to access the HANA database or specific objects within it.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that grant the necessary permissions.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in roles or privileges may have led to the user losing access to certain data or functions.
  HANA Database Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the HANA database that restrict access.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the correct roles assigned. This can be done through the SAP GUI by navigating to the user management area and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Review Privileges: Ensure that the user has the necessary privileges for the actions they are trying to perform. This may involve checking the specific privileges required for the HANA database objects they are trying to access.
  Grant Missing Privileges: If the user lacks certain privileges, an administrator can grant the necessary privileges using SQL commands or through the SAP HANA Studio.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check and modify user authorizations, or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and their associated privileges.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific details on the required privileges for the actions being performed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  HANA Security Guide: Review the SAP HANA Security Guide for best practices on managing user roles and privileges.
  Authorization Trace: Use the authorization trace (transaction SU53) to analyze authorization failures and identify missing privileges.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RS2HANA_AUTH078 error effectively.