How To Fix OQ_H119 - You do not have the authority to delete IDoc types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_H - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Interfaces/IAC/BAPI development

• Message number: 119

• Message text: You do not have the authority to delete IDoc types

What causes this issue?

The deletion of the IDOC type for the message structure failed as you
were not authorized.

System Response

The message structure deactivation failed.

How to fix this error?

Please contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_H119 - You do not have the authority to delete IDoc types ?

  The SAP error message OQ_H119, which states "You do not have the authority to delete IDoc types," typically indicates that the user attempting to delete an IDoc type does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where security and authorization checks are strictly enforced.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete IDoc types. In SAP, actions are controlled by authorization objects, and if the user does not have the appropriate permissions, they will encounter this error.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for managing IDoc types, which can include creating, modifying, or deleting them.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific configurations or restrictions in place that prevent certain users from performing deletions on IDoc types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific permission is lacking.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization objects. The relevant authorization object for IDoc management is typically S_IDOC (IDoc: Authorization for IDoc Types).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary activity (like 01 for create, 02 for change, and 03 for display) for the IDoc types.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can review the user's roles and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to delete the IDoc type again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs (Intermediate Documents) are used in SAP for data interchange between systems. They have specific types that define the structure of the data being exchanged.
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific permissions required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: Create/Change IDoc Types
  WE31: Create/Change IDoc Segments
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OQ_H119 error and successfully manage IDoc types in your SAP system.