How To Fix RSSDA020 - No authorization for InfoProvider &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSDA - BW HANA Smart Data Access

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No authorization for InfoProvider &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSDA020 - No authorization for InfoProvider &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSSDA020 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a query or access data from an InfoProvider for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile for the specific InfoProvider.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user do not include access to the InfoProvider.
  InfoObject Restrictions: There may be restrictions on specific InfoObjects within the InfoProvider that the user is trying to access.
  Data Access Restrictions: The user may have restrictions based on data access policies or authorization objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's authorizations.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include access to the relevant InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include access to the InfoProvider.
  Use transaction code PFCG to modify roles and add the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_RS_COMP, S_RS_AUTH) are included in the user's roles.
  Check if the InfoProvider is included in the authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Test Authorizations:
  
  After making changes, use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures after the user attempts to access the InfoProvider again. This will help identify any remaining authorization issues.
  
  
  
  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 to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  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 InfoProviders in SAP BW.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in SAP BW.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSSDA020 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to the InfoProvider.