How To Fix GB172 - No authorization to delete validations

GB172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GB - Messages used by the Boolean code generator

• Message number: 172

• Message text: No authorization to delete validations

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete a validation, but you need the authorization
to do so.

System Response

The system rejected your attempt since you do not have the necessary
authorization.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete validations, you must obtain the necessary
authorization from your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GB172 - No authorization to delete validations ?

  The SAP error message GB172, which states "No authorization to delete validations," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete validation rules in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This error is related to the authorization objects that control access to specific functions within the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to delete validation rules in the SAP system. This is often due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object that controls access to validation deletion is usually F_SAKNR (for financial accounting) or similar objects depending on the module in use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for deleting validations.
  Authorization Check: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization