How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH401 - SAP HANA model instance is not bound

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: SAP HANA model instance is not bound

What causes this issue?

The object's metadata information might be inconsistent.

System Response

No external SAP HANA view and no SAP BW analysis authorizations can be
replicated for this object.

How to fix this error?

Check the object in transaction RS2HANA_ADMIN and ensure it is
consistent and no errors are displayed.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH401 - SAP HANA model instance is not bound ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH401 indicates that there is an issue with the binding of an SAP HANA model instance. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the authorization or configuration of the HANA model in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Model Instance Not Bound: The error suggests that the HANA model instance is not properly bound to the corresponding BW object. This can happen if the model was not activated or if there are issues with the connection between BW and HANA.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the HANA model or the underlying data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the BW system or the HANA database that prevent the model from being accessed correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the model was transported from one system to another, it may not have been properly activated or bound in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Model Binding:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the binding of the HANA model instance. Ensure that it is correctly bound to the corresponding BW object.
  If necessary, re-bind the model instance to the BW object.
  
  
  
  Activate the Model:
  
  Ensure that the HANA model is activated in the HANA studio. If it is not activated, activate it and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the HANA model. This includes checking roles and permissions in both the BW and HANA systems.
  If needed, assign the appropriate roles to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in both the BW and HANA systems to ensure that they are correctly set up for the model instance.
  Look for any discrepancies in the settings that might affect the binding.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the model was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the error message RS2HANA_AUTH401 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW and HANA integration to understand the binding process and authorization requirements.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RS2HANA_AUTH401 error effectively.