How To Fix COM_HIERARCHY010 - You are not authorized to delete hierarchies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIERARCHY - Hierarchy

• Message number: 010

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete hierarchies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY010 - You are not authorized to delete hierarchies ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY010 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a hierarchy but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or other modules that utilize hierarchical structures, such as Profit Center Accounting or Cost Center Accounting.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required permissions to delete hierarchies in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's authorization profile to ensure that they have the necessary permissions to delete hierarchies. This can be done by checking the user's roles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Look for authorizations related to hierarchy management, specifically in the Controlling area.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions. The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  S_COM_HIER: This object controls access to hierarchy management functions.
  S_TCODE: Ensure that the user has access to the transaction codes used for managing hierarchies.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change user roles or permissions, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help assess the situation and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt to delete the hierarchy again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE93: Transaction Codes for Authorization Objects
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to authorization management and hierarchy management in the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_HIERARCHY010 error and successfully delete the hierarchy if the user has the appropriate permissions.