How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH124 - Preparing InfoProviders...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Preparing InfoProviders...

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH124 - Preparing InfoProviders... ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH124 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues related to authorizations for InfoProviders in a BW/4HANA environment. This error indicates that the system is unable to prepare the InfoProviders due to insufficient authorizations for the user executing the operation.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProviders or the underlying data.
  Missing Roles: The user might not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the InfoProviders.
  Data Source Issues: There may be issues with the data source or the connection to the HANA database that could affect access.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProviders were recently transported from another system, there may be discrepancies in authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will show you which authorizations are missing.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the InfoProviders they are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Assign Roles:
  
  Verify that the user has the correct roles assigned. You can do this using transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  If necessary, create or modify roles to include the required authorizations for the InfoProviders.
  
  
  
  Review InfoProvider Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the InfoProviders to ensure they are correctly configured and that there are no restrictions that could prevent access.
  
  
  
  Transport and Configuration:
  
  If the InfoProviders were recently transported, ensure that all necessary authorizations were included in the transport request.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the configuration that might affect access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  RSADMIN: Administration of BW
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RS2HANA_AUTH124.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RS2HANA_AUTH124 error in your SAP BW/4HANA environment.