How To Fix RSM649 - Application component &(&) hidden

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 649

• Message text: Application component &(&) hidden

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM649 - Application component &(&) hidden ?

  The SAP error message RSM649, which states "Application component &(&) hidden," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting and analysis tools, particularly when dealing with the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects.
  Cause:
  This error message usually indicates that the application component you are trying to access or work with is hidden or not available for the current user or role. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specific application component.
  Configuration Settings: The application component may have been configured to be hidden in the system settings.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or the InfoProvider may not be active or properly configured, leading to the component being hidden.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSM649 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application component. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the application component in the SAP BW or BusinessObjects environment. Ensure that it is not set to hidden.
  If you have access, you can review the settings in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., RSA1 for BW).
  
  
  
  Validate Data Sources:
  
  Ensure that the data source or InfoProvider is active and properly configured. You can check this in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  If the InfoProvider is inactive, reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application component for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SU53 (Authorization Check), and SE93 (Transaction Codes).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RSM649 or the specific application component for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary access to the application components.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSM649 error and implement a solution to resolve it.