How To Fix INM_INITIATIVE003 - You are not authorized to delete data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INM_INITIATIVE - Product Initiative

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INM_INITIATIVE003 - You are not authorized to delete data ?

  The SAP error message INM_INITIATIVE003 indicates that a user is attempting to delete data but does not have the necessary authorization to perform that action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to delete the specific data.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the transaction or data object they are trying to access.
  Data Protection Settings: Certain data may be protected from deletion due to business rules or settings 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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization objects. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing transaction PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Finding the role assigned to the user.
  Adding the necessary authorization objects related to data deletion.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the authority to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details from the SU53 report.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the deletion of data is in line with business processes and policies. Sometimes, data deletion may be restricted for compliance or auditing reasons.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, test the transaction again to ensure that the user can now perform the deletion without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects control access to various functions. Common objects related to data deletion include S_DATASET, S_TABU_DIS, and others depending on the specific module or data type.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the INM_INITIATIVE003 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to delete the required data.