How To Fix SBF_BW021 - You need display authorization for authorization object &1

SBF_BW021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBF_BW - Messages from the BAPI Development Workbench

• Message number: 021

• Message text: You need display authorization for authorization object &1

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SBF_BW021 - Details

• The SAP error message SBF_BW021 indicates that a user is attempting to access a report or transaction in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) but lacks the necessary display authorization for a specific authorization object. This typically occurs when a user tries to view data or reports for which they do not have the required permissions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user role assigned to the user. The authorization object mentioned in the error message (&1) is a specific object that controls access to certain data or functionalities within SAP BW. If the user does not have the necessary display authorization for this object, they will encounter this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Authorization Object: Check the error message for the specific authorization object indicated by &1. This will help you understand which permissions are missing.
  
  
  Review User Roles: Go to the user management area