How To Fix UJD_EXCEPTION254 - No authority to load data from source &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJD_EXCEPTION - BPC: Data Manager Exception Message Class

• Message number: 254

• Message text: No authority to load data from source &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJD_EXCEPTION254 - No authority to load data from source &1 ?

  The SAP error message UJD_EXCEPTION254 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to load data from a specified source. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a user attempts to access or load data from a source for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary roles or authorizations assigned to access the data source.
  Data Source Restrictions: The data source itself may have restrictions or security settings that prevent certain users from accessing it.
  Incorrect User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes access to the data source.
  Changes in Security Settings: Recent changes in security settings or roles may have inadvertently removed access.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the data source.
  Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, assign the appropriate roles that include access to the data source.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure the correct roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source Security:
  
  Check the security settings of the data source to ensure that it allows access to the user or the roles assigned to the user.
  If the data source is part of a broader system (like BW), ensure that the data source is properly configured to allow access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding data access and authorization management to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user attempt to load the data again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to the data sources in your SAP environment.
  Audit Logs: Review audit logs or security logs to identify any unauthorized access attempts or changes in user roles that may have led to this issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.