How To Fix /BCV/CFG_PROV003 - Missing authorization to delete search connector

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/CFG_PROV -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Missing authorization to delete search connector

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/CFG_PROV003 - Missing authorization to delete search connector ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/CFG_PROV003 Missing authorization to delete search connector typically indicates that the user attempting to delete a search connector does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This error is related to the configuration of the SAP system, particularly in the context of the Business Connector or the Search Connector functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user lacks the required roles or authorizations to delete search connectors in the SAP system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for managing search connectors.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or restrictions in place that prevent certain users from performing deletion actions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. You can do this by navigating to the user management area in SAP (Transaction Code: SU01).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include permissions for managing search connectors.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, you may need to assign them roles that include the necessary authorizations. This can typically be done by a system administrator or a user with the appropriate privileges.
  The specific authorization object that may be relevant is S_DATA or any other object related to search connector management.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Profiles:
  
  Check the authorization profiles associated with the roles to ensure they include the necessary permissions for deleting search connectors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the specific module documentation related to search connectors for detailed information on required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt to delete the search connector again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  Check for specific authorization objects related to search connectors in the SAP system.
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.