How To Fix /SAPAPO/SPP_COMMON013 - No delete authorization for SCM product &1 / &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SPP_COMMON -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No delete authorization for SCM product &1 / &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SPP_COMMON013 - No delete authorization for SCM product &1 / &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SPP_COMMON013 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a Supply Chain Management (SCM) product but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. The message typically includes placeholders for the product type and product ID, which are represented by &1 and &2.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization for the user role that is trying to delete the SCM product. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization object for deleting products in the SCM system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not have been configured correctly to allow deletion of SCM products.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not have the required permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s role in transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects. The relevant authorization object for SCM product deletion is typically S_SCM_PRODUCT or similar, depending on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt the deletion again.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to roles and authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to SCM and product management. This can help in understanding what permissions are necessary for various actions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on the importance of authorization management and how to request changes when needed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the SCM product.