How To Fix EPM055 - Missing authorization to delete key figure &1 (category &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPM - Messages for Plant Manager Role

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Missing authorization to delete key figure &1 (category &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPM055 - Missing authorization to delete key figure &1 (category &2) ?

  The SAP error message EPM055 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a key figure in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Business Warehouse (BW) environments.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to insufficient authorizations assigned to the user role. Specifically, the user does not have the required permissions to delete the specified key figure (denoted as &1) in the specified category (denoted as &2). This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The user role does not include the necessary authorization objects for key figure management.
  The user is not assigned to the appropriate role that grants delete permissions.
  The authorization profile may have been modified, removing the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EPM055 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has a role that includes the necessary authorizations for managing key figures.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing role or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to key figure management include:
  
  S_BW_BC (for BW authorization)
  S_BW_AUTH (for BPC authorization)
  
  
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary activities (like delete) for the key figures.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to delete the key figure again.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage in BPC or BW.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EPM055 error and successfully delete the key figure if you have the appropriate authorizations.