How To Fix CNVMBTDEX021 - User doesn't have authorization to delete file & &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVMBTDEX - DMIS DEX: Data Extracts

• Message number: 021

• Message text: User doesn't have authorization to delete file & &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVMBTDEX021 - User doesn't have authorization to delete file & &. ?

  The SAP error message CNVMBTDEX021 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to delete a specific file. This error typically arises in the context of data migration or data transfer processes, particularly when using tools like SAP's Migration Cockpit or other data transfer utilities.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation does not have the required authorizations to delete files in the specified directory or within the application.
  File Permissions: The file system permissions on the server may restrict the user from deleting files.
  Incorrect User Role: The user may not be assigned the correct role or profile that includes the necessary permissions for file deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations related to file management, particularly for the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_DATASET for file operations).
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or profiles. This can be done by a security administrator using transaction code PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include permissions for file deletion.
  
  
  
  File System Permissions:
  
  Check the file system permissions on the server where the files are stored. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to delete files in that directory.
  If necessary, modify the file system permissions to allow the user to delete the files.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or tool being used to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and file permissions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to file operations include S_DATASET (for file access) and S_USER_AUTH (for user authorizations).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNVMBTDEX021 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to delete files as required.