How To Fix AREN074 - No deletion authorization (authorization object AEDELETE)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 074

• Message text: No deletion authorization (authorization object AEDELETE)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN074 - No deletion authorization (authorization object AEDELETE) ?

  The SAP error message AREN074 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to delete a specific object or record in the system. This is related to the authorization object AEDELETE, which controls the permissions for deletion actions in various SAP modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to delete an object (such as a master data record, transaction, or document) but lacks the required authorization. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user's role does not include the necessary permissions for deletion.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to include deletion rights.
  Profile Issues: The user’s authorization profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AREN074 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Object:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Check the authorization object AEDELETE in transaction SU21 to understand the required fields and values.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to adjust the roles and add the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the deletion action again to ensure that the user can now perform the required operation without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Authorization objects in SAP are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific permissions required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AREN074 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to perform deletion actions in SAP.