How To Fix RSL_UTILITIES081 - No authorization for InfoProvider &1 (workspace &2, activity &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UTILITIES - Messages in Utilities Package

• Message number: 081

• Message text: No authorization for InfoProvider &1 (workspace &2, activity &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UTILITIES081 - No authorization for InfoProvider &1 (workspace &2, activity &3) ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UTILITIES081 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific InfoProvider in a given workspace for a particular activity. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics Cloud when users attempt to perform actions that require specific permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile for the specified InfoProvider.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include access to the InfoProvider or the workspace in question.
  Activity Restrictions: The user may not have the necessary permissions for the specific activity they are trying to perform (e.g., viewing, editing, or executing queries).
  Workspace Configuration: The workspace may have specific restrictions that limit access to certain InfoProviders.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes access to the InfoProvider and the necessary activities.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as S_RS_COMP for reporting and S_RS_AUTH for authorization checks.
  
  
  
  Workspace Permissions:
  
  Check the configuration of the workspace to ensure that the user is included in the list of authorized users for that workspace.
  If necessary, modify the workspace settings to grant the user access.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or workspace settings, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the access again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with relevant authorization objects such as S_RS_COMP, S_RS_AUTH, and others that pertain to reporting and InfoProvider access.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in your specific version of SAP BW or Analytics Cloud.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations to better understand how to manage access to InfoProviders and workspaces.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSL_UTILITIES081 error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to the required InfoProviders.