How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH089 - Characteristic &1 is auth. relevant, but missing in authorization object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is auth. relevant, but missing in authorization object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH089 - Characteristic &1 is auth. relevant, but missing in authorization object ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH089 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1 in the message) is relevant for authorization checks, but it is not included in the relevant authorization object. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with authorizations for data access.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic in Authorization Object: The characteristic that is relevant for authorization checks is not included in the authorization object that is being used for the query or data access.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been changes to the data model (e.g., new characteristics added), the corresponding authorization objects may not have been updated to reflect these changes.
  Inconsistent Authorization Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the authorization settings, especially if the system has been recently upgraded or modified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update Authorization Object:
  
  Identify the authorization object that is being used for the query or data access.
  Add the missing characteristic to the authorization object. This can typically be done in transaction SU21 (for creating or modifying authorization objects) or PFCG (for role maintenance).
  Ensure that the necessary authorizations are assigned to the relevant roles.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Roles:
  
  Review the roles assigned to the user or user group that is encountering the error. Make sure that the roles include the updated authorization object with the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  
  Re-generate Authorizations:
  
  If you have made changes to the data model or authorization objects, you may need to regenerate the authorizations. This can be done using transaction RS_AUTHORITY_CHECK or similar tools in SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the authorization by executing the query or accessing the data again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  RS_AUTHORITY_CHECK: Check Authorizations
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts in SAP BW and HANA.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS2HANA_AUTH089 error and ensure that the necessary authorizations are in place for the relevant characteristics.