How To Fix RSEC495 - You are not authorized to delete &1

RSEC495 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 495

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC495 - You are not authorized to delete &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSEC495, which states "You are not authorized to delete &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete an object (such as a report, query, or other data) in SAP but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This is a common issue in systems with strict authorization controls, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user does not have the required permissions to delete the specified object. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects that allow deletion.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly to include delete permissions.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object type that the user is trying to delete.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSEC495