How To Fix SCBO_COMMON009 - Not authorized to delete.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCBO_COMMON -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Not authorized to delete.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCBO_COMMON009 - Not authorized to delete. ?

  The SAP error message SCBO_COMMON009, which states "Not authorized to delete," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete an object (such as a business object, document, or record) in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This is a common issue in systems with strict access controls to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to delete the specific 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 additional restrictions or conditions that prevent deletion, regardless of user roles.
  Custom Authorization Checks: Custom logic or enhancements in the SAP system may impose additional checks that restrict deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. This can be done through transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include deletion permissions for the specific object type.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Common authorization objects related to deletion include S_DATA, S_TCODE, and others depending on the context.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Assignments:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate access should modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorization objects with the correct activity (e.g., 02 for delete).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance in resolving the authorization issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Object-Specific Rules:
  
  Investigate if there are any specific rules or configurations that prevent deletion of the object in question. This may involve checking configuration settings or consulting with functional teams.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the deletion action again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control deletion rights in your specific SAP environment.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or a deeper analysis of the system's authorization framework.