How To Fix HR_RPUDELPP016 - You do not have the required authorization to perform deletions

HR_RPUDELPP016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR_RPUDELPP - Message Texts for Report RPUDELPP

• Message number: 016

• Message text: You do not have the required authorization to perform deletions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR_RPUDELPP016 - You do not have the required authorization to perform deletions ?

  The SAP error message HR_RPUDELPP016 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform deletion operations in the context of personnel administration or related HR processes. This error typically arises when a user attempts to delete personnel records or related data without the appropriate permissions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit deletion actions in the HR module.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for deletion.
  Data Protection Policies: Organizational policies may restrict deletion of certain data types to prevent data loss or compliance issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to HR data deletion, such as P_ORGIN, P_PERNR, and others relevant to personnel administration.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify