How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH468 - DBMS user is not equal to SAP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 468

• Message text: DBMS user is not equal to SAP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH468 - DBMS user is not equal to SAP ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH468 DBMS user is not equal to SAP<SID> typically occurs in the context of SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA when there is an issue with the database user authentication. This error indicates that the database user being used to connect to the HANA database does not match the expected format, which is usually SAP<SID>, where <SID> is the System ID of your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Database User: The database user configured in the SAP system does not match the expected naming convention (SAP<SID>).
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the connection settings between the SAP application and the HANA database.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the database or perform certain operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Database User Configuration:
  
  Verify the database user being used in the connection settings. Ensure that it follows the naming convention SAP<SID>.
  You can check this in the SAP HANA Studio or through the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Update Connection Settings:
  
  If the database user is incorrect, update the connection settings in the SAP system to use the correct user.
  This can typically be done in transaction RSCUSTV10 or through the relevant configuration in the BW/4HANA system.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the database user has the necessary permissions to access the HANA database and perform the required operations.
  You may need to grant additional roles or privileges to the user in the HANA database.
  
  
  
  Check for Multiple Users:
  
  If you have multiple database users, ensure that the correct one is being used in the context of the specific SAP instance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for any specific configuration steps or requirements related to your version of SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS2HANA_AUTH468 error and ensure that your SAP system can connect to the HANA database successfully.