How To Fix /ACCGO/DGR205 - You are not authorized to delete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/DGR -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/DGR205 - You are not authorized to delete ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/DGR205 You are not authorized to delete typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a delete operation in the context of the application or module being used. This error is often encountered in the context of financial or accounting operations, particularly when dealing with documents or entries that require specific permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user role assigned to the individual does not include the necessary permissions to delete the specific object (e.g., document, entry, etc.).
  Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to restrict deletion of certain types of records to prevent accidental loss of important data.
  Object Locking: The object may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Review the user’s role assignments in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to delete the object in question.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user requires the ability to delete, the security team may need to adjust the user’s role or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to deletion (e.g., S_DATASET, S_TABU_DIS, etc.) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Object Locking:
  
  Verify if the object is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks.
  If the object is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to understand the authorization requirements for deletion.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes to authorizations, test the deletion process again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control delete permissions in the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on authorization errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.