How To Fix OIUPR287 - This record cannot be deleted due to an Authority issue; see long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUPR - PRA Production Messages

• Message number: 287

• Message text: This record cannot be deleted due to an Authority issue; see long text.

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

You cannot delete this record because you do not have proper
authorization to Volume Allocation, and deleting this record will cause
the Volume Allocation data for this effective date range to change,
contact a system administrator for additional assistance.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUPR287 - This record cannot be deleted due to an Authority issue; see long text. ?

  The SAP error message OIUPR287 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a record but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where security and authorization settings are strictly enforced to protect data integrity and prevent unauthorized changes.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required permissions to delete the specific record. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Record Locking: The record may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Business Rules: Certain records may be protected from deletion due to business rules or configurations in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the object related to the record they are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team to request the appropriate roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Check for Record Locking:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the record is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has locked the record.
  
  
  
  Review Business Rules:
  
  Check if there are any business rules or configurations that prevent the deletion of the record. This may involve consulting with functional teams or reviewing documentation related to the specific module.
  
  
  
  Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can usually find additional information by clicking on the message or using transaction SE91 to look up the message class and its long text.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01, PFCG, SM12, and SE91 for managing users, roles, and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or training materials related to user authorizations and data management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.