How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH121 - Preparing...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Preparing...

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH121 - Preparing... ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH121 typically relates to authorization issues when trying to access or execute certain functionalities in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA environments. This error often occurs when a user does not have the necessary authorizations to access specific data or perform certain actions in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the specific transaction or data access.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Data Source Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the data source that the user is trying to access.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization objects that are relevant to the action being performed.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  If necessary, create or modify roles to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Profiles:
  
  Check if the user’s authorization profile includes the necessary authorizations for the data source or transaction.
  If not, update the profile accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the data or transaction in question.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support or refer to the SAP Community for further assistance.