How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH211 - DBMS user is maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: DBMS user is maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH211 - DBMS user is maintained ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH211 indicates that there is an issue with the database user configuration for SAP HANA. Specifically, it suggests that the DBMS (Database Management System) user is maintained but may not have the necessary authorizations or is not set up correctly for the SAP HANA system.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  User Authorization Issues: The DBMS user does not have the required permissions to access the HANA database.
  Incorrect User Configuration: The user might not be properly configured in the SAP system or the HANA database.
  Connection Issues: There may be issues with the connection settings between the SAP system and the HANA database.
  User Lock or Expiry: The user account might be locked or expired, preventing access.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the RS2HANA_AUTH211 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Log in to the SAP HANA database using a user with administrative privileges.
  Verify that the DBMS user has the necessary roles and privileges assigned. You can use SQL commands to check the user's roles and privileges.
  
  
  
  Review User Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the DBMS user is correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes checking the user name, password, and connection parameters.
  In the SAP system, navigate to the relevant configuration settings for the HANA database connection and verify that the DBMS user is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Test Database Connection:
  
  Use the SAP HANA Studio or a similar tool to test the connection to the HANA database using the DBMS user credentials. Ensure that the connection is successful.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  Verify that the DBMS user is not locked or expired. If it is, unlock the user or reset the password as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application logs and HANA database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for specific details on user management and authorization for HANA databases.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  HANA Administration: Familiarize yourself with HANA administration tasks, including user management and authorization concepts.
  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 underlying cause of the RS2HANA_AUTH211 error. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.