How To Fix RSSBR049 - The authorization for hierarchy &2 could not be started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSBR - Reporting Authorizations in the BusinessInformationWarehouse

• Message number: 049

• Message text: The authorization for hierarchy &2 could not be started

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to save a definition of an authorization for
hierarchy '&v2&', version &v3& (key date &v4&, ID &v1&). Errors
occurred during the save process.

System Response

The definition has not been saved, and it cannot, therefore, be used.

How to fix this error?

Inform SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSBR049 - The authorization for hierarchy &2 could not be started ?

  The SAP error message RSSBR049 indicates that there is an issue with the authorization for a specific hierarchy in the system. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to access or execute a transaction that requires authorization for a particular hierarchy, but the necessary authorizations are not in place.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to access the specified hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Not Defined: The hierarchy may not be defined or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Object Issues: There may be issues with the authorization objects related to the hierarchy.
  User Role Issues: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to access the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for the hierarchy are included.
  
  
  
  Define or Adjust Hierarchy:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy in question is properly defined in the system. You can check this in the relevant configuration settings or transaction codes related to the hierarchy.
  If the hierarchy does not exist, it may need to be created or activated.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the authorization objects related to the hierarchy are not correctly set up, you may need to adjust them. This can involve modifying the authorization profiles or roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify and resolve authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to hierarchies in your specific SAP module (e.g., CO, FI, etc.).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and hierarchy configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSSBR049 error message.