How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH185 - Assigning role &1 to &2...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Assigning role &1 to &2...

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH185 - Assigning role &1 to &2... ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH185 typically occurs when there is an issue with authorizations related to the assignment of roles in the context of SAP HANA. This error can arise during the process of assigning a role to a user or a user group, particularly when the necessary authorizations are not in place.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to assign the role does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Role Assignment Issues: The role being assigned may not be properly defined or may not exist in the system.
  HANA Database Permissions: The user may lack the required permissions on the HANA database level to assign roles.
  Transport Issues: If the role was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to assign roles. This typically includes the S_USER_AUTH authorization object.
  You can use transaction SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Confirm that the role you are trying to assign actually exists in the system and is correctly defined.
  Use transaction PFCG to check the role details.
  
  
  
  Review HANA Database Permissions:
  
  If you are working with HANA, ensure that the user has the necessary privileges on the HANA database. This may include roles like SAP_HANA_ADMIN or specific privileges related to user management.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the role was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the role assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is properly configured for role management and that there are no underlying issues with the user management settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_USER_AUTH: User Authorization
  S_USER_PRO: User Profile
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on user and role management in SAP systems.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.