How To Fix /AIF/CUSTOM_FUNCTION047 - No authorization to delete custom functions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/CUSTOM_FUNCTION -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: No authorization to delete custom functions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/CUSTOM_FUNCTION047 - No authorization to delete custom functions ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/CUSTOM_FUNCTION047 No authorization to delete custom functions typically indicates that the user attempting to delete a custom function in the Application Interface Framework (AIF) does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are strictly enforced to maintain data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete custom functions in AIF.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for managing custom functions.
  Custom Function Settings: The specific custom function may have restrictions based on its configuration or status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review and Update Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to update their roles. This can be done by:
  
  Accessing transaction PFCG to modify the role assigned to the user.
  Adding the required authorization objects related to AIF and custom function management. Common authorization objects include:
  
  S_AIF_CUST (for AIF custom functions)
  S_TCODE (to allow access to specific transactions)
  
  
  
  
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary permissions for deleting custom functions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt to delete the custom function again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for AIF to understand the authorization requirements and best practices for managing custom functions.
  Audit Logs: If necessary, review audit logs to track authorization changes and access attempts related to AIF.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the custom functions in SAP AIF.