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KB0826409

Variable is not visible on reports created for some users but admins are able to view the column on the report


3643 Views Last updated : Aug 7, 2025 public Copy Permalink
KB Summary by Now Assist

Issue

The report created with adding the any variable column on the list report  , the column is not visible to non-admin user when the report is run.

for eg : report created on SN_SM_Legal_Request

 

Cause

1. The variables data is stored on table "question_answer" 

2. The Out of the Box ACL  "question_answer==>read" will grant access only if user is admin or has a "catalog_admin" role.

3. Any users without these (admin or catalog_admin) will not be able to view the variables data on the list report

Resolution

Solution is to create a read ACL on table "question_answer" to provide access to the user / group of user , having a specific role as per business requirement.

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