How To Fix SAWE_BO_SA712 - You are not authorized to delete object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAWE_BO_SA - Message class for BO Staff Assignment

• Message number: 712

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAWE_BO_SA712 - You are not authorized to delete object &1 ?

  The SAP error message SAWE_BO_SA712, which states "You are not authorized to delete object &1," typically indicates that the user attempting to delete a specific object does not have the necessary authorization to perform that action. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, such as when trying to delete a business object, a document, or a record.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization in their user profile to delete the specified object.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for deletion actions.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: Certain objects may have specific restrictions or additional checks that prevent deletion based on business rules or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object was checked and failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to the action you are trying to perform (e.g., S_DATA, S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH).
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, check the roles assigned to your user account using transaction code SU01.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for deleting the specific object type.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization. Request the appropriate authorizations to be added to your user profile.
  
  
  
  Review Object-Specific Settings:
  
  If the object has specific deletion restrictions, consult with your functional team or SAP support to understand if there are any business rules or configurations that prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, test the deletion in a development or test environment to ensure that the issue is related to authorizations and not a system error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control deletion rights in SAP. Common ones include S_DELE for deletion authorizations.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.