How To Fix COM_PRODUCT022 - You are not authorized to delete products

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT - General Messages on Products

• Message number: 022

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete products

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT022 - You are not authorized to delete products ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT022 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to delete products in the system. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the product does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions within the assigned roles.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for product deletion.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that restrict product deletion based on certain criteria (e.g., product status, dependencies).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the role assigned to the user includes the necessary authorization objects for product deletion (e.g., COM_PRODUCT).
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects (e.g., COM_PRODUCT) to ensure that the user has the correct activity (e.g., delete) assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding product management and user authorizations to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, test the deletion process again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to product management in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.