How To Fix GU878 - You do not have authorization to delete variables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 878

• Message text: You do not have authorization to delete variables

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete a variable. However, you do not have the
required authorization.

System Response

The system rejects your attempt since you do not have this
authorization.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator if you want authorization to delete
variables.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU878 - You do not have authorization to delete variables ?

  The SAP error message GU878, which states "You do not have authorization to delete variables," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a variable in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) and does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete variables. This is often due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for managing variables in the specific context (e.g., InfoObjects, queries).
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the variable or InfoObject that prevent deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations. This transaction will show the last authorization check and can help identify what is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations. This typically involves adding the authorization object S_BI_WA (for BW authorizations) with the appropriate activity (like 02 for delete).
  If you do not have the necessary rights, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct roles that include permissions for managing variables. This may involve reviewing the role configuration in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt to delete the variable again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to BW and BI, such as S_BI_WA, S_BI_CTC, and others that may pertain to variable management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or known issues related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations to better understand how to manage and assign permissions effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting with a BW/BI expert.