How To Fix RSDODSO167 - You are not authorized to display all selected DataStore objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDODSO - Messages for ODS Objects

• Message number: 167

• Message text: You are not authorized to display all selected DataStore objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDODSO167 - You are not authorized to display all selected DataStore objects ?

  The SAP error message RSDODSO167 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorizations to display the selected DataStore objects (DSOs) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when a user attempts to access data or perform actions on DSOs for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the appropriate roles or authorizations assigned to access the specific DataStore objects.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific DSO or the data within it.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions on certain DSOs that limit access based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the DSOs in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Common authorization objects for DataStore objects include S_BI_WAA (for BW authorizations) and S_BI_DSO (for DSO-specific authorizations).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the access again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on authorization management in BW for detailed information on how to manage and assign authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in BW.
  Training: Consider training sessions on SAP BW security and authorizations for users who frequently encounter such issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDODSO167 error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to the DataStore objects they need.