How To Fix RSM837 - You only have authorization to display hierarchy &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 837

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

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to change hierarchy '&V2&'.

System Response

Hierarchy '&V2&' is displayed.

How to fix this error?

In order to change the hierarchy you need the authorization for the
authorization object <ZH>Data Warehousing Workbench - Hierarchy</> with
InfoObject '&V1&', hierarchy name '&V2&', hierarchy version '&V3&' and
activity '&V4&'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM837 - You only have authorization to display hierarchy &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSM837 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform actions beyond displaying a specific hierarchy in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when users attempt to access or manipulate data in a hierarchy for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization settings in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user has been granted only display access to the hierarchy identified by the placeholder &2 in the error message. This means they cannot perform actions such as editing, creating, or deleting elements within that hierarchy.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include the necessary authorizations for the hierarchy in question.
  
  
  
  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 required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations. Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorization objects related to the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects may include S_RS_AUTH (for reporting authorizations) or specific objects related to the hierarchy being accessed.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate values assigned to these authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Test the access to the hierarchy again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation on authorization concepts and best practices for managing user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM837 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate access to the hierarchy in question.