How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF053 - You are not authorized to delete capacity selection settings &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete capacity selection settings &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF053 - You are not authorized to delete capacity selection settings &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF053 indicates that a user is attempting to delete capacity selection settings but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user tries to modify or delete settings related to capacity selection profiles.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The specific authorization object that governs the ability to delete capacity selection settings is likely not assigned to the user.
  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 object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for managing capacity selection settings.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations. The relevant authorization object for capacity selection settings in SAP TM is typically /SCMTMS/TS_PROF.
  
  
  
  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 you identify the correct authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  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 to delete the capacity selection settings again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to SAP TM and capacity management. This can help in understanding what permissions are required.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management in SAP TM.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user management and authorization include:
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SU10 (Mass User Maintenance)
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the capacity selection settings.