How To Fix RSSBR020 - Check for authorization objects (existence in the system...)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSBR - Reporting Authorizations in the BusinessInformationWarehouse

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Check for authorization objects (existence in the system...)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSBR020 - Check for authorization objects (existence in the system...) ?

  The SAP error message RSSBR020 typically indicates that there is an issue with authorization objects in the system. This error often arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction or access a function for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the specific action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Object Not Defined: The authorization object that is being checked may not exist in the system or may not be properly configured.
  Profile Issues: The user’s authorization profile may not include the necessary authorization objects.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU21 to check if the required authorization objects exist in the system.
  If the authorization object is missing, it may need to be created or configured by a security administrator.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Profiles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorization objects.
  Use transaction code PFCG to modify roles and add the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or profiles, contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept: Understanding how SAP handles authorizations is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on specific authorization objects and their usage.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSSBR020 error message in SAP.