How To Fix RSOS_SEARCH199 - Authorization information for query &1 could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOS_SEARCH -

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Authorization information for query &1 could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH199 - Authorization information for query &1 could not be read ?

  The SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH199 indicates that the authorization information for a specific query (denoted by &1) could not be read. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a user attempts to execute a query but lacks the necessary authorizations or when there is an issue with the authorization objects.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the query does not have the required authorizations to access the query or the underlying data.
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects for the query are not properly assigned to the user or user role.
  Query Not Active: The query might not be active or properly configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the query was transported from another system, there might be issues with the transport that affect authorization.
  Data Source Issues: The data source for the query may not be accessible or may have authorization issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the query.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_BI_WA, S_BI_QUERY, etc.) to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions.
  You can use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Activate the Query:
  
  Ensure that the query is active. You can check this in the Query Designer or by using transaction RSRT (Query Monitor).
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the query was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects and authorizations were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source for the query is accessible and that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data source.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-level issues or configurations that might be affecting authorization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  RSRT: Query Monitor
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to queries and data sources in SAP BW/BI.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSOS_SEARCH199 error message.