How To Fix 03102 - You are not authorized to delete lock entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 03 -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete lock entries

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete lock entries that belong to you. However, you do
not have the authorization necessary to do this.

System Response

The lock entries are not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Ask your user administrator for authorization "DLOU" ("Delete Own
User") for authorization object S_ENQUE (enqueue: display and delelete
lock entries).

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 03102 - You are not authorized to delete lock entries ?

  The SAP error message "03102 You are not authorized to delete lock entries" typically occurs when a user attempts to delete lock entries in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This error is related to the management of lock entries, which are used in SAP to prevent data inconsistencies during concurrent processing.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to delete lock entries. This is often due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict access to certain transactions or functions based on user roles.
  Lock Management: The user may be trying to delete lock entries that they did not create or that are not associated with their user ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to ensure that the necessary permissions are granted.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, a security administrator should modify the user's roles to include the required authorization objects. The relevant authorization object for lock management is typically S_LCK (Lock Management).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team or basis team to request the necessary authorizations. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Lock Entries:
  
  If the user is trying to delete lock entries created by another user, they may need to coordinate with that user or an administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: This transaction is used to display and manage lock entries in the SAP system. Users with the appropriate authorizations can view and delete lock entries here.
  SU53: This transaction helps in analyzing authorization failures.
  PFCG: This transaction is used to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_LCK: This object controls access to lock management functions. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions associated with this object.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help portal for more detailed information on authorization management and lock entries.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message "03102 You are not authorized to delete lock entries."