How To Fix PEP143 - You are not authorized to delete flow definition &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 143

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete flow definition &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP143 - You are not authorized to delete flow definition & ?

  The SAP error message PEP143, which states "You are not authorized to delete flow definition," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a workflow or flow definition in SAP but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in SAP Business Workflow or SAP Process Orchestration.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization. In SAP, user permissions are managed through roles and authorizations. If a user does not have the appropriate authorization object assigned to their user profile, they will be restricted from performing certain actions, such as deleting flow definitions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for workflow management typically include S_WFAR_OBJ (Workflow: Authorization for Workflow Definitions) and S_WFAR_ACT (Workflow: Authorization for Workflow Activities).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects, particularly for the action of deleting flow definitions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator. They can assist in granting the appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt to delete the flow definition again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles related to workflow management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to authorization errors in workflows.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the PEP143 error message.