How To Fix BRAIN787 - You are not authorized to carry out deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 787

• Message text: You are not authorized to carry out deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN787 - You are not authorized to carry out deletion ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN787, which states "You are not authorized to carry out deletion," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a record or object in SAP but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various SAP modules, including SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other areas where data management is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object or role that permits deletion actions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for deletion.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: Certain objects may have specific restrictions that prevent deletion, even if the user has general deletion rights.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code 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 Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects related to the deletion action. Common authorization objects for deletion include S_DATASET, S_TABU_DIS, and others depending on the context.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This can provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt the deletion action again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or known issues related to the error message BRAIN787.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding user authorizations and role management to better understand how to configure and manage user permissions.
  Security Audit: Regularly audit user roles and authorizations to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels for their job functions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.