How To Fix COAT119 - You are not authorized to delete variant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COAT - Messages Within Administration of Customer-Defined Objects

• Message number: 119

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete variant &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COAT119 - You are not authorized to delete variant &1 ?

  The SAP error message COAT119, which states "You are not authorized to delete variant &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a variant (a saved configuration or selection) in SAP but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete the specific variant. This could be due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Variant Ownership: The variant may be owned by another user, and the current user does not have the rights to delete it.
  System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict deletion of variants based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization failures. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to delete variants.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Ownership Verification:
  
  Verify if the variant is owned by another user. If so, the current user may need to request the owner to delete the variant or have the necessary permissions granted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding variant management and authorization settings to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with the SAP Basis team or system administrator to check if there are any specific system settings or restrictions in place that might be affecting variant deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to variant management include S_PROGRAM, S_USER_AUTH, and S_TCODE. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE93: To check transaction codes and their authorizations.
  SE38: To manage and execute ABAP programs, including those that may interact with variants.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the COAT119 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.