How To Fix RSDRCRM_SEG006 - You are not authorized to read InfoProviders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDRCRM_SEG - Messages in RSDRCRM_SEG Package

• Message number: 006

• Message text: You are not authorized to read InfoProviders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDRCRM_SEG006 - You are not authorized to read InfoProviders ?

  The SAP error message RSDRCRM_SEG006 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorizations to read InfoProviders in the SAP system. This is a common issue encountered in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environments when users attempt to access data that they are not permitted to view.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user for accessing the InfoProviders. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include access to the specific InfoProviders or the data they contain.
  Data Access Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on organizational units, data sources, or other criteria that limit access to certain data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDRCRM_SEG006 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the InfoProviders they need to access.
  If the roles do not include the required authorizations, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Add Required Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_RS_COMP, S_RS_AUTH, S_BI_WA) are included in the user’s roles. These objects control access to reporting and data in BW/BI.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the appropriate environments (e.g., from development to production) if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for SAP BW/BI, such as:
  
  S_RS_COMP: Authorizations for InfoProviders.
  S_RS_AUTH: Authorizations for reporting.
  S_BI_WA: Authorizations for BI Web Applications.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in SAP BW/BI.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the RSDRCRM_SEG006 error.