How To Fix 10057 - You are not authorized to delete a variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 10 - Customizing: Process Industries

• Message number: 057

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete a variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 10057 - You are not authorized to delete a variant ?

  The SAP error message "10057: You are not authorized to delete a variant" typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a variant (a saved set of parameters for a report or transaction) but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete variants. This is often related to the authorization objects S_PROGRAM (for program execution) and S_VARIANT (for variant management).
  User Role: The user’s role may not include permissions for managing variants, particularly deletion.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or restrictions set by the system administrators that limit variant deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations. This typically involves adding the S_VARIANT authorization object with the appropriate activity (like 03 for delete).
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Variant Ownership:
  
  Ensure that the variant you are trying to delete is owned by the user attempting the deletion. Users can typically only delete their own variants unless they have specific permissions to delete others' variants.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding variant management and user authorizations to ensure compliance with your organization’s policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38 or SA38: To run reports and manage variants.
  SU01: To manage user accounts and roles.
  PFCG: To manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_PROGRAM: Controls access to programs and transactions.
  S_VARIANT: Controls access to variants, including creation, modification, and deletion.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current job responsibilities.
  Maintain documentation of any changes made to user roles for audit purposes.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and roles, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.