How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH316 - SELECT failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 316

• Message text: SELECT failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH316 - SELECT failed ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH316 SELECT failed typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to access data from a HANA database. This error indicates that there is an authorization issue preventing the execution of a SELECT statement on the HANA database.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query does not have the necessary authorizations to access the data in the HANA database. This could be due to missing roles or privileges assigned to the user in the HANA system.
  Incorrect User Mapping: If the BW system is not correctly mapped to the HANA user, it may lead to authorization failures.
  Data Source Configuration: There might be issues with the configuration of the data source in BW that is trying to access HANA.
  HANA Database Issues: There could be underlying issues with the HANA database itself, such as connectivity problems or misconfigurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and privileges in the HANA database. This can be done by checking the user roles in the HANA Studio or using SQL commands to verify permissions.
  Assign the required privileges (e.g., SELECT, EXECUTE) on the relevant schemas and tables in HANA.
  
  
  
  User Mapping:
  
  Verify that the BW user is correctly mapped to the HANA user. This can be done in the BW system under the settings for the HANA connection.
  Ensure that the user mapping is correctly configured in the BW system to point to the appropriate HANA user.
  
  
  
  Data Source Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the data source in BW. Ensure that it is correctly set up to connect to the HANA database and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Test the connection to the HANA database from the BW system to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP BW and HANA logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Look for any specific error codes or messages that could indicate what is going wrong.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  HANA Studio: Familiarize yourself with HANA Studio for managing users and roles, as well as for monitoring database performance and issues.
  BW Administration: Understanding BW administration and how it interacts with HANA can help in diagnosing and resolving issues related to data access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RS2HANA_AUTH316 error in your SAP environment.