How To Fix SKWF_AUTH003 - No delete authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKWF_AUTH - Authorization Check Messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No delete authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKWF_AUTH003 - No delete authorization ?

  The SAP error message SKWF_AUTH003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to delete a specific object or entry in the system. This error typically arises in the context of workflow management or when attempting to delete certain records in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary permissions to perform delete operations on the object in question. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the required authorization object for delete operations.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly to allow delete actions.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not have been updated to reflect the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SKWF_AUTH003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for delete operations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Common authorization objects related to workflow and deletion include S_WFAR_OBJ, S_WFAR_ACT, and others depending on the specific context.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the required authorization objects to the role and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the delete operation again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept in SAP: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Authorizations are managed through roles and profiles, which define what actions a user can perform on specific objects.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and role management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SKWF_AUTH003 error and enable the user to perform the delete operation successfully.