How To Fix DFS_CAP_COMMON054 - You are not authorized to delete the records.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_CAP_COMMON - Message Class for DFS Capability

• Message number: 054

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_CAP_COMMON054 - You are not authorized to delete the records. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_CAP_COMMON054, which states "You are not authorized to delete the records," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a delete operation does not have the necessary authorizations or permissions to do so. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to delete records in a database table, a transaction, or a specific application area within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object or role assigned to perform delete operations on the specific records or objects.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: Certain objects may have specific restrictions that prevent deletion based on business rules or configurations.
  Data Locking: The records may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom code or enhancements that enforce additional checks before allowing deletions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure. This will show which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for deletion are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team:
  
  If the deletion is part of a specific business process, consult with the functional team to understand if there are any business rules or configurations that prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the records are locked by another user. If they are, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked the records.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments in place, review the code to ensure that there are no additional checks that might be causing the authorization failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to deletion include S_TABU_DIS (Table Access) and S_DATA (Data Access).
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.