How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF089 - You are not authorized to delete geographical selection attributes &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 089

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete geographical selection attributes &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF089 - You are not authorized to delete geographical selection attributes &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF089 indicates that a user is attempting to delete geographical selection attributes but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when users try to modify or delete certain configuration settings related to geographical attributes.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The system checks the user's permissions against the required authorizations for deleting geographical selection attributes, and if the user does not have the necessary rights, the error is triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. You can do this using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the relevant activities in SAP TM, particularly those related to managing geographical selection attributes.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  The specific authorization object that may be relevant is S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and any other authorization objects related to geographical attributes in TM.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change user roles or permissions, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After updating the authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP TM that govern access to geographical selection attributes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or authorization issues in SAP TM. Sometimes, there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Transportation Management to understand the configuration and authorization requirements better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to delete geographical selection attributes as needed.