How To Fix RSQBW138 - You are not authorized to start transaction &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSQBW -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: You are not authorized to start transaction &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSQBW138 - You are not authorized to start transaction &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSQBW138, which states "You are not authorized to start transaction &1," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute a specific transaction in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, including when trying to access a transaction related to SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user lacks the required authorization object or role that grants access to the specific transaction.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Transaction Code: The transaction code referenced in the error message may be restricted for certain user groups or roles.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the role containing the necessary authorizations for the transaction is included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  If you have access, you can also use transaction PFCG to review and modify roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the role in transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects for the transaction.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to execute the transaction again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to roles and authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the transaction you are trying to access. This can often be found in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization problems.
  User Groups: Understand how user groups and profiles are structured in your organization, as this can affect access to transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.