How To Fix RSM889 - You only have authorization to display InfoObject &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 889

• Message text: You only have authorization to display InfoObject &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM889 - You only have authorization to display InfoObject &1. ?

  The SAP error message RSM889 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform actions beyond displaying an InfoObject in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This typically occurs when a user attempts to modify or create objects in the InfoObject but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorizations assigned to the user in the SAP system. Specifically, the user has been granted only display access to the InfoObject, which restricts them from making any changes or performing certain actions.
  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 using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the InfoObject. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for the InfoObject, such as:
  
  S_RS_AUTH for reporting authorizations.
  S_BI_WB for BI Workbench authorizations.
  Specific authorizations related to the InfoObject itself.
  
  
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if they can now perform the required actions on the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to InfoObjects in SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in SAP BW.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM889 error and provide the user with the necessary access to the InfoObject.