How To Fix RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG056 - Source auth. role '&1' is different as saved version. Check differences!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Source auth. role '&1' is different as saved version. Check differences!

What causes this issue?

When authorization role is added into run its authorization object
values are saved in internal structures of conversion tool. It is
possible that by the time user wants to generate converted roles someone
modified original authorization role in system. These changes will not
be reflected in generated role. And must be added manually.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG056 - Source auth. role '&1' is different as saved version. Check differences! ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG056 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the source authorization role that you are trying to use and the version that is saved in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with authorization roles and their assignments.
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The authorization role you are trying to use has been modified after it was saved, leading to a mismatch between the current version and the saved version.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be differences in the role definitions.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes made to the role in the system may not have been reflected in the saved version, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Differences: Use the transaction code PFCG to compare the current version of the authorization role with the saved version. This will help you identify what changes have been made.
  
  Go to the role in question.
  Click on the "Change Authorization Data" button.
  Use the "Compare" function to see the differences.
  
  
  
  Re-save the Role: If you have confirmed that the changes are valid and should be kept, you can re-save the role to update the saved version.
  
  After making necessary adjustments, save the role again to ensure that the current version is now the saved version.
  
  
  
  Transport the Role: If the role was modified in a different system, ensure that the latest version is transported correctly to the target system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or change logs related to the role to understand what changes were made and why.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the role.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance) and SU01 (User Maintenance) for managing roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to authorization roles and discrepancies.
  Role Management Best Practices: Implement best practices for role management, including regular audits and documentation of changes to avoid discrepancies in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG056 and ensure that your authorization roles are consistent and up to date.