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