How To Fix RSPLS216 - You are not authorized to delete component &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 216

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS216 - You are not authorized to delete component &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS216, which states "You are not authorized to delete component &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a user attempts to delete a component (such as a query, InfoObject, or other BW objects) for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP BW, different components have specific authorization checks, and if a user does not have the required permissions to delete a particular component, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review 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 authorizations. This may involve adding specific authorization objects related to the deletion of BW components.
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_BW_BCT (for BW component authorization)
  S_BW_AUTH (for general BW authorizations)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or BASIS team. Provide them with the details of the error and the component you are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made to the user's authorizations, attempt to delete the component again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation on authorization concepts in BW to understand how to manage and assign authorizations effectively.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current job responsibilities.
  Implement a change management process for authorizations to prevent unauthorized access or changes to critical components.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSPLS216 error and ensure that users have the appropriate permissions to perform their tasks in SAP BW.