How To Fix RSDDTPS012 - Authorization &1 for user &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDDTPS - Messages for Polestar Index Maintenance

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Authorization &1 for user &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDDTPS012 - Authorization &1 for user &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDDTPS012 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific object or transaction in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of data warehousing or reporting, particularly when a user tries to access a DataSource, InfoProvider, or other objects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The role that contains the necessary authorizations has not been assigned to the user.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object required for the operation is not included in the user's roles.
  Data Access Restrictions: There may be restrictions on data access based on the user's role or profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  Verify if the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object that is missing. This can often be found in the error message or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Common authorization objects for BW/BI include S_BI_WA, S_BI_CONT, and others depending on the specific operation.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user is missing roles, assign the appropriate roles that contain the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Test Authorizations:
  
  After making changes, test the user's access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  You can use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures after the user attempts to perform the action.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user receives the correct authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, is crucial for troubleshooting these types of errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDDTPS012 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to perform their tasks in the SAP system.