How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG062 - Process &1 with Workflow can not be deleted. You are no administrator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Process &1 with Workflow can not be deleted. You are no administrator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG062 - Process &1 with Workflow can not be deleted. You are no administrator ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG062 indicates that a specific process (identified by &1) cannot be deleted because the user attempting to perform the action does not have the necessary administrative privileges. This error typically occurs in the context of managing workflows or processes in SAP systems, particularly in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or similar applications.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to delete the specified process. This is often due to role-based access controls in SAP.
  Process Locking: The process may be locked or in use by another user or transaction, preventing deletion.
  Workflow Status: The workflow associated with the process may be in a status that does not allow for deletion (e.g., completed, in progress).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to delete processes. This can be done by checking the user's role assignments in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations for the specific transaction or process.
  
  
  
  Process Status:
  
  Check the status of the process. If it is currently active or in progress, you may need to complete or terminate the workflow before attempting to delete it.
  Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to check for any active work items related to the process.
  
  
  
  Consult with an Administrator:
  
  If the user does not have the necessary permissions, consult with a system administrator or security team to either grant the required permissions or perform the deletion on behalf of the user.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can use transaction codes like MDGIMG to navigate to the relevant configuration settings and manage processes.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation for specific details on managing workflows and processes in your version of SAP.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1, SWI2_FREQ, SWI2_DURA, and MDGIMG for workflow management.
  Authorization Objects: Understand the relevant authorization objects that control access to workflow management functions, such as S_WFAR_OBJ (Workflow Administration) and S_WFAR_ACT (Workflow Actions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.