How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM_PROF012 - Insufficient authorization to delete profile &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM_PROF -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Insufficient authorization to delete profile &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM_PROF012 - Insufficient authorization to delete profile &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM_PROF012 Insufficient authorization to delete profile &1 typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when a user attempts to delete a profile but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile settings. Specifically, the user does not have the required permissions to delete the specified profile in the APO system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This transaction will show the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for deleting profiles in APO may include:
  
  S_APO_MVM - This object controls access to the Master Data Management (MDM) in APO.
  S_TCODE - This object controls access to specific transaction codes.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help grant the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to delete the profile again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage in APO.
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the profile in question.