How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER414 - You do not have authorization to delete this data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 414

• Message text: You do not have authorization to delete this data

What causes this issue?

You require the authorization S_XMB_ACT with the activity <ZK>Delete</>
for this function.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER414 - You do not have authorization to delete this data ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER414, which states "You do not have authorization to delete this data," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action (in this case, deleting data) for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various contexts, including when working with IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to delete the specific data or IDoc.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Data Protection: Certain data may be protected from deletion due to business rules or configurations in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, a security administrator can modify the user's roles to include the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to IDocs include:
  
  S_IDOC (IDoc: Authorization for IDoc Processing)
  S_DATA (Data Access Authorization)
  
  
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary activities (like delete) for the relevant IDoc types.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles or permissions, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the deletion of the data is in line with business processes. Sometimes, data deletion may be restricted for compliance or data integrity reasons.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, test the action again to confirm that the authorization issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on authorization management for more details on how to manage user roles and authorizations.
  IDoc Processing: Familiarize yourself with IDoc processing and the specific IDoc types you are working with, as different IDocs may have different authorization requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IDOC_ADAPTER414 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the required actions.