How To Fix /SCMB/SC_CAL504 - You are not authorized to delete a calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SC_CAL -

• Message number: 504

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete a calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SC_CAL504 - You are not authorized to delete a calendar ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SC_CAL504 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a calendar but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or similar modules where calendar management is crucial for planning and scheduling.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete calendars. This could be due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for calendar management.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that restrict certain users from deleting calendars.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see 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 user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by:
  
  Adding the required authorization objects related to calendar management (e.g., S_SCMB_CALENDAR).
  Ensuring that the user has the necessary permissions to delete calendars.
  
  
  
  
  
  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 identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt to delete the calendar again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to calendar management functions in SAP SCM.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on managing authorizations and roles.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user and role management include:
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SCMB/SC_CAL504.