How To Fix RSSBR042 - Generation for user &1 and authorization object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSBR - Reporting Authorizations in the BusinessInformationWarehouse

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Generation for user &1 and authorization object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSBR042 - Generation for user &1 and authorization object &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSSBR042 typically indicates an issue related to the generation of authorizations for a specific user and authorization object. This error can occur during the authorization generation process, often when there are inconsistencies or issues with the user’s authorizations or roles.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The authorization object specified in the error message may not be defined correctly or may be missing from the user’s profile.
  Inconsistent User Roles: The user may have roles assigned that do not align with the required authorizations for the specified object.
  Profile Generation Issues: There may be issues with the profile generation process, such as missing or incorrect data in the user master record.
  Transport Issues: If the authorization objects were recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  Authorization Buffer Issues: The authorization buffer may be outdated or corrupted, leading to issues in authorization checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorization Objects: Verify that the authorization object specified in the error message exists and is correctly defined in the system.
  Review User Roles: Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the specified object.
  Re-generate Profiles: If there are inconsistencies, try re-generating the user’s authorization profiles using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Clear Authorization Buffer: You can clear the authorization buffer by using transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check and SUIM to check user information.
  Check for Missing Authorizations: Use transaction SU24 to check the authorization checks for the transaction or program that is causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RSSBR042. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.