How To Fix /PLMB/PR_BO020 - User is not authorized to delete this workflow

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/PR_BO -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: User is not authorized to delete this workflow

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/PR_BO020 - User is not authorized to delete this workflow ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/PR_BO020 User is not authorized to delete this workflow indicates that the user attempting to delete a workflow does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure security and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete workflows. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow may be configured in such a way that only certain users or roles can delete it.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings that restrict deletion of workflows based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the authorization object for deleting workflows (e.g., S_WFAR for workflow administration).
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the specific authorization objects related to workflow management. You may need to look for objects like S_WFAR (Workflow Administration) and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions (e.g., DELETE action).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can review and adjust the user’s authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration:
  
  If the workflow is part of a specific configuration or business process, ensure that the user is part of the appropriate group or has the necessary permissions to manage that workflow.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to delete the workflow again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to see what authorizations were checked and failed)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on authorization management and workflow administration for more detailed information on managing user roles and permissions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to workflow authorizations or known bugs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the workflow if the user has the appropriate permissions.