How To Fix RSM836 - You only have authorization to display InfoSource &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 836

• Message text: You only have authorization to display InfoSource &2

What causes this issue?

You do not have the authorization to change the transactional data
InfoSource #&V2&#.

System Response

The InfoSource #&V2&# is displayed.

How to fix this error?

To change the InfoSource you need the authorization for the
authorization object <ZH>Data Warehousing Workbench InfoSource
(Transaction Data)</> with the application component #&V1&#, InfoSource
#&V2&#, InfoSource subobject #&V3&# and activity #&V4&#.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM836 - You only have authorization to display InfoSource &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSM836 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform actions beyond displaying an InfoSource. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a user attempts to access or manipulate data in an InfoSource for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization assigned to the user for the specific InfoSource. In SAP BW, different roles and authorizations control what actions a user can perform on various objects, including InfoSources. If a user is only authorized to display data but attempts to perform actions like editing or loading data, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user needs more than display access, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the InfoSource. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help adjust the authorizations based on the user's job requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Test the access to the InfoSource again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorizations are controlled by authorization objects. For InfoSources, relevant authorization objects may include S_BI_WA (for BW authorizations) and others specific to data access.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations in SAP BW.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the RSM836 error message.