How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH247 - SQL privilege SELECT on view &1 is already assigned to role &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 247

• Message text: SQL privilege SELECT on view &1 is already assigned to role &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH247 - SQL privilege SELECT on view &1 is already assigned to role &2 ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH247 indicates that there is an issue with SQL privileges related to a specific view in the context of SAP HANA. The message states that the privilege to perform a SELECT operation on a particular view (denoted as &1) is already assigned to a specific role (denoted as &2). 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Redundant Role Assignment: The role that is being assigned already has the necessary privileges for the view in question. This can happen during role assignment or when trying to grant privileges that are already granted.
  Role Management Issues: There may be inconsistencies in role management, where the same privileges are being attempted to be assigned multiple times.
  Authorization Checks: The system is performing an authorization check and finds that the privilege is already granted, leading to this message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Role Assignments:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check the role (&2) and verify if the SELECT privilege for the view (&1) is indeed already assigned.
  If it is, you do not need to assign it again, and you can proceed with your operations.
  
  
  
  Remove Redundant Assignments:
  
  If you find that the role is being assigned multiple times or has redundant privileges, consider cleaning up the role assignments to avoid confusion.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to the role are correctly configured and that there are no conflicts or duplications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the role assignment again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to authorization management in HANA for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user role assignments)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to role management and authorization in HANA.
  HANA Studio: If you are using HANA Studio, you can also check the privileges assigned to roles directly in the HANA database.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS2HANA_AUTH247 error and ensure that your role and privilege assignments are correctly configured.