How To Fix RSTT0338 - Test request &1 cannot be deleted; no authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTT0 - Trace Tool: Message Class Engine Layer

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Test request &1 cannot be deleted; no authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTT0338 - Test request &1 cannot be deleted; no authorization ?

  The SAP error message RSTT0338 indicates that a test request cannot be deleted due to a lack of authorization. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Transport Management System (TMS) when a user attempts to delete a test request (or transport request) but does not have the necessary permissions to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorizations to delete the test request. This is often due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Request Status: The request may be in a status that does not allow deletion, such as being released or already imported into another system.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the transport system may restrict deletion actions based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations. The user should have the necessary authorizations to delete transport requests. The relevant authorization objects include:
  
  S_TRANSPRT (Transport Organizer)
  S_DEVELOP (Development Authorization)
  
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a system administrator or security officer should grant the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Check Request Status:
  
  Ensure that the test request is not in a status that prevents deletion. If it is released or already imported, it may need to be managed differently (e.g., it may need to be reverted or deleted in a different manner).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to transport requests and authorizations for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and request status, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE01 (Transport Organizer) or SE09 (Workbench Organizer) to manage transport requests.
  Authorization Checks: Use transaction SU53 to check for authorization failures after attempting the action. This can help identify which specific authorizations are missing.
  Transport Management: Familiarize yourself with the transport management process in SAP, including how to create, modify, and delete transport requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSTT0338 error and successfully manage your test requests in SAP.