How To Fix RSM885 - You do not have authorization for semantic group &2 InfoArea &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 885

• Message text: You do not have authorization for semantic group &2 InfoArea &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM885 - You do not have authorization for semantic group &2 InfoArea &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSM885 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific semantic group within an InfoArea in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access a query or report that is linked to a semantic group for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile for the specified semantic group and InfoArea.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required authorizations for the semantic group.
  InfoArea Restrictions: The InfoArea itself may have restrictions that prevent certain users from accessing it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSM885 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorizations are missing.
  This transaction will show you the last authorization check and can help identify what is lacking.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the semantic group and InfoArea in question.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the role has the appropriate authorization objects, such as S_RS_COMP (for reporting components) and S_RS_AUTH (for authorization checks).
  
  
  
  Assign the Role:
  
  After modifying or creating the role, assign it to the user.
  Use transaction code SU01 to manage user profiles and assign the updated role.
  
  
  
  Test Access:
  
  After making the changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the access to the semantic group and InfoArea again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to BW objects, such as S_RS_COMP, S_RS_AUTH, and others related to InfoAreas and queries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management in BW to understand how to effectively manage user access and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM885 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to the required semantic group and InfoArea.