How To Fix RSAU290 - Expert mode switched off

RSAU290 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Expert mode switched off

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU290 - Expert mode switched off ?

  The SAP error message "RSAU290 Expert mode switched off" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when you are trying to access certain functionalities or features that require expert mode to be enabled. This message is often related to the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environments, particularly when dealing with data extraction, transformation, or loading processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the expert mode, which allows for advanced functionalities and settings, is currently disabled. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to enable expert mode.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict access to expert mode for certain users or roles.
  Transaction Settings: The specific transaction or report being accessed may have settings that disable expert mode by default.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the "RSAU290 Expert mode switched off" error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Enable Expert