How To Fix /PF1/COPYCLA009 - Not authorized for delete activity.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/COPYCLA -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Not authorized for delete activity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/COPYCLA009 - Not authorized for delete activity. ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/COPYCLA009 Not authorized for delete activity typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform a delete operation for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This error is often encountered in the context of managing classification data or similar activities within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to perform delete operations on the specific classification or object.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for delete activities in the relevant area of SAP.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object type that prevent deletion, even if the user has general delete permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user's role or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for delete activities.
  Ensure that the authorization object S_USER_AUTH or any relevant object related to the classification or object type is included.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, test the delete operation again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to classification and deletion activities include C_TCLA_CLA (for class management) and C_TCLA_OBJ (for object management).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve the authorization issue.