SAP Note 700548 - FAQ: Oracle authorizations

Component : Oracle -

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Summary :
This SAP Note addresses frequently asked questions related to database authorizations, detailing what they are, their different types, and methods for management within the SAP environment. It clarifies authorization types like privileges (system and object) and roles (including predefined ones like CONNECT, DBA, and SAP-defined roles like SAPDBA). It guides on assigning and deleting these authorizations using commands like GRANT and REVOKE to control users' access to database resources. Also, it discusses handling errors like ORA-00942 or ORA-01031 due to missing authorizations and offers best practices, citing specific SAP Notes for in-depth guidance on ensuring database security.

Key words :
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