How To Fix DPR_DOCUMENT002 - You do not have authorization to delete document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_DOCUMENT - Messages for Documents

• Message number: 002

• Message text: You do not have authorization to delete document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_DOCUMENT002 - You do not have authorization to delete document &1 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_DOCUMENT002, which states "You do not have authorization to delete document &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a document in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorization to perform that action. This error is related to the authorization checks that SAP performs to ensure that users have the appropriate permissions for various operations.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to delete the document. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user profile.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow deletion, even if the user has the necessary authorizations.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict document deletion based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization failure. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary permissions for document deletion are included.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to add the appropriate authorization object to the user's role. Common authorization objects related to document management include:
  
  D_PRP_DOC (for document management)
  D_DOKU_AUTH (for document authorization)
  
  
  Work with your SAP security team to adjust the roles accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the document you are trying to delete. If it is locked or in a state that does not permit deletion, you may need to change its status or consult with the document owner.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to document management and authorizations for further insights.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and document status, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that govern document management in your SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional context or known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.