How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH268 - SQL AP &1 is not assigned to user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 268

• Message text: SQL AP &1 is not assigned to user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH268 - SQL AP &1 is not assigned to user &2 ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH268 indicates that a specific SQL authorization object (AP &1) is not assigned to the user (user ID &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA when a user attempts to execute a query or access data for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of proper authorization for the user to access the specified SQL object. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The user has not been granted the necessary roles or privileges.
  The authorization object is not correctly configured in the system.
  The user may be trying to access a resource that requires additional permissions that have not been assigned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user profile of the affected user.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the SQL object in question.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, you may need to assign them. This can be done in transaction PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Identify the role that contains the necessary authorizations for the SQL object and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the specific authorization object (AP &1) to understand what permissions are required.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for that object.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to refresh their authorization profile.
  Test the access again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific authorizations required, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's security policy for guidance on the necessary roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking and assigning the necessary roles, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS2HANA_AUTH268 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the required SQL object.