How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_DIS185 - ...You are not authorized to delete the file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: ...You are not authorized to delete the file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS185 - ...You are not authorized to delete the file ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS185 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a file but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Document Management System (DMS) or similar file management functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to delete files. This could be due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that restrict file deletion based on certain criteria (e.g., status of the document).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for file deletion are included.
  The relevant authorization object for file management in SAP is typically S_DATASET or S_DOKU_AUTH.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check File Locking:
  
  Verify if the file is currently locked by another user. You can check this in the DMS or relevant transaction where the file is managed.
  If the file is locked, you may need to wait until it is released or contact the user who has locked it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific settings in the DMS or file management configuration that might restrict deletion based on document status or other criteria.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on authorization objects and file management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  DMS: Document Management System transactions (e.g., CV01N for creating documents, CV02N for changing documents).
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  S_DATASET: Authorizations for file operations.
  S_DOKU_AUTH: Authorizations related to document management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.