How To Fix DFS_CAP_COMMON036 - You are not authorized to delete the capability.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_CAP_COMMON - Message Class for DFS Capability

• Message number: 036

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete the capability.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_CAP_COMMON036 - You are not authorized to delete the capability. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_CAP_COMMON036, which states "You are not authorized to delete the capability," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a capability (such as a role, authorization object, or similar entity) in the SAP system but lacks the necessary permissions to perform that action.
  
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to delete the specific capability. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Role Restrictions: The capability may be linked to a role that has restrictions on deletion, or the capability may be part of a larger configuration that prevents deletion.
  System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict the deletion of capabilities to specific user groups or roles.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. You can use transaction code SU01 to check the user profile and SU53 to analyze the last authorization check.
  Ensure that