How To Fix RSM908 - You are not authorized to maintain the InfoSource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 908

• Message text: You are not authorized to maintain the InfoSource

What causes this issue?

InfoSource: &v1&
Application component: &v2&

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

To maintain the InfoSource you require authorization for authorization
object <ZH>Data Warehousing Workbench - InfoSource (Release > BW 3.x)</>
with application component &v2& and activity &v3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM908 - You are not authorized to maintain the InfoSource ?

  The SAP error message RSM908, which states "You are not authorized to maintain the InfoSource," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify an InfoSource in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) without having the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to various objects, including InfoSources, is controlled through authorization objects. If the user does not have the required permissions, they will encounter this error when trying to maintain or modify the InfoSource.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed, helping you identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  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 maintaining InfoSources.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the role includes the authorization objects related to InfoSource maintenance, such as S_BI_WA (for BW authorizations).
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the relevant systems if you are working in a landscape with multiple environments (e.g., Development, Quality, Production).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for SAP BW, especially those related to InfoSources, DataSources, and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or patches that can help resolve authorization problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations to better understand how to manage and assign permissions effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM908 error and gain the necessary access to maintain the InfoSource in SAP BW.