How To Fix RSO_SEGR071 - You are not authorized to change Semantic Group '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_SEGR - Messages for TLOGO = SEGR (Semantic Group of ADSOs)

• Message number: 071

• Message text: You are not authorized to change Semantic Group '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_SEGR071 - You are not authorized to change Semantic Group '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSO_SEGR071 indicates that a user is attempting to change a Semantic Group for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when users try to modify settings related to semantic groups, which are used to categorize and manage data models.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user. Semantic Groups are often protected by specific authorization objects, and if the user does not have the required permissions, they will encounter this error when trying to make changes.
  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 check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for the relevant authorization objects related to Semantic Groups.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  The specific authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_BI_WA (Authorizations for BI Workbench)
  S_BI_CONT (Authorizations for BI Content)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects, particularly for the actions related to changing Semantic Groups.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt to perform the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and how to manage user roles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage their authorizations and understand the implications of Semantic Groups in SAP BW/BI.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO_SEGR071 error and enable the user to change the Semantic Group as needed.