How To Fix RSM909 - You are not authorized to display the InfoSource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 909

• Message text: You are not authorized to display 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 display the InfoSource you require authorization for authorization
object <ZH>Data Warehousing Workbench - InfoSource (Release > BW 3.x)</
> with application component &2& and activity 03.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM909 - You are not authorized to display the InfoSource ?

  The SAP error message RSM909, which states "You are not authorized to display the InfoSource," typically occurs when a user attempts to access an InfoSource in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) without having the necessary authorizations. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to access the specific InfoSource. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the InfoSource in question.
  InfoSource Configuration: The InfoSource may be configured in a way that restricts access to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include access to the InfoSource.
  Ensure that the roles contain the necessary authorizations for the relevant InfoSource objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Authorizations:
  
  If the roles are already assigned but do not include the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role in PFCG to include the necessary authorizations for the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific authorization objects related to InfoSources in BW.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to InfoSources include S_BI_WA (for BW authorizations) and S_BI_INFOSOURCE (for InfoSource access).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization problems related to InfoSources.
  Security Team: Collaborate with your SAP security team for assistance in troubleshooting and resolving authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the RSM909 error message.