How To Fix 26462 - Deletion not possible. At least one authority necessary.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 462

• Message text: Deletion not possible. At least one authority necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26462 - Deletion not possible. At least one authority necessary. ?

  The SAP error message "26462: Deletion not possible. At least one authority necessary" typically occurs when a user attempts to delete an object (such as a user, role, or authorization) but does not have the necessary permissions to perform that action. This error is related to the authorization management within SAP, which ensures that only users with the appropriate rights can delete or modify certain objects.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the deletion does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Role Restrictions: The role assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to delete the specific object.
  Object Locking: The object may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict deletion actions for specific objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions for deletion.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_USER_AUTH, S_USER_PRO, etc.) that allow for deletion actions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Object Status:
  
  Ensure that the object you are trying to delete is not locked or in use by another process. You can check for locks using transaction SM12.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the system configuration settings that may restrict deletion actions. This may require assistance from a system administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control deletion rights in your SAP environment.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.