How To Fix DMWB_MSG153 - You do not have the authorization to delete entities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMWB_MSG - Messages of Document Modeling Workbench

• Message number: 153

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to delete entities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMWB_MSG153 - You do not have the authorization to delete entities ?

  The SAP error message DMWB_MSG153, which states "You do not have the authorization to delete entities," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete an entity (such as a record or data object) in the SAP system but lacks the necessary permissions to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned to their user profile to delete the specific entity.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for deletion operations.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: Certain entities may have specific restrictions or conditions that prevent deletion, which could be tied to business rules or data integrity constraints.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management area (transaction code SU01).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include deletion permissions for the entities in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects associated with the deletion action. Common authorization objects include S_DATA, S_TABU_DIS, and others depending on the specific module or entity.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check and identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary permissions, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the relevant team to request the required authorizations.
  Provide details about the specific action being attempted and the error message received.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt the deletion action again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that users are granted the least privilege necessary to perform their job functions to maintain system security.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or a deeper analysis of the system's authorization setup.