How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM006 - You are not authorized to delete the model &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM -

• Message number: 006

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM006 - You are not authorized to delete the model &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM006 You are not authorized to delete the model &1 typically indicates that the user attempting to delete a model in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete the model. In SAP, access to various functions is controlled by authorization objects, and if the user’s role does not include the necessary permissions, they will encounter this error.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly to include the necessary permissions for model deletion.
  Model Locking: In some cases, the model might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s role to include the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to model management in APO include:
  
  S_APO_MVM (Authorization for Model Management)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate activity (e.g., 02 for delete) for the model in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Check for Model Locking:
  
  Verify if the model is locked by another user or process. If it is, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has the lock.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to authorization in APO. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding authorization management in APO to understand how to configure roles and authorizations effectively.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  ST01: System Trace (for deeper analysis of authorization checks)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the model in SAP APO.