How To Fix DPR_SHARED001 - You require authorization to delete &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_SHARED - Development Projects: Messages for Shared Objects

• Message number: 001

• Message text: You require authorization to delete &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED001 - You require authorization to delete &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED001 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to delete a specific object, which is identified by the placeholders &1 and &2. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when a user attempts to delete a project, task, or another related object.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The specific authorizations required to delete an object in SAP are defined in the authorization objects related to the relevant module (e.g., Project Management).
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for deleting the specific object.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations. The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  C_PROJ (Project Management)
  C_PPM (Portfolio and Project Management)
  
  
  Ensure that the authorization for deletion (e.g., activity 03 for delete) is included.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt the deletion again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for Project Management and PPM to understand the permissions required for various actions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user authorizations and role management for best practices in managing user access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to grant the necessary authorizations for the user to delete the specified object.