How To Fix RS2HANA_CHECK020 - Characteristic/dimension &1 is available in BW authorization object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_CHECK - RS2HANA Check Report

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Characteristic/dimension &1 is available in BW authorization object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_CHECK020 - Characteristic/dimension &1 is available in BW authorization object ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_CHECK020 indicates that there is an issue related to the authorization for a characteristic or dimension in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and its integration with SAP HANA. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or a lack of proper authorization settings for the specified characteristic or dimension in the BW authorization object.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query or report does not have the necessary authorizations for the specified characteristic or dimension.
  Missing or Incorrect Roles: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required authorizations for accessing the data related to the characteristic/dimension.
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or the way the characteristics/dimensions are defined in BW and HANA.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the authorizations assigned to the user who is encountering the error. Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to the relevant characteristics/dimensions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to adjust the roles or create new ones that include the necessary authorizations for the characteristic/dimension in question.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review BW Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the BW authorization objects related to the characteristic/dimension. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that the user has the necessary access rights.
  
  
  
  Data Model Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data model in BW is consistent with the definitions in HANA. If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the data model or re-activate the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  RSRT: Query Monitor (to test queries)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RS2HANA_CHECK020 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.