How To Fix CRMS4_SOM_SHGR_BO004 - You are not authorized to delete a contract sharing group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_SOM_SHGR_BO - Contract Sharing Group Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete a contract sharing group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_SOM_SHGR_BO004 - You are not authorized to delete a contract sharing group ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_SOM_SHGR_BO004 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a contract sharing group but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly enforced to maintain data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to delete contract sharing groups. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object related to contract sharing groups.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the contract sharing group that prevent deletion, such as dependencies on other objects or statuses that do not allow deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate access should modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects.
  The relevant authorization object for contract sharing groups may include CRM_SOM_SHGR or similar, depending on your specific SAP configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or restrictions on the contract sharing group that would prevent its deletion. This may involve checking related contracts or objects.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for managing contract sharing groups and understand the implications of deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to contract management and sharing groups.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or updates from SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the contract sharing group if appropriate.