How To Fix UWS_SURVEY_GUI045 - You are not authorized to delete questionnaires &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UWS_SURVEY_GUI - Messages Package UWS_SURVEY_GUI

• Message number: 045

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete questionnaires &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UWS_SURVEY_GUI045 - You are not authorized to delete questionnaires &1 ?

  The SAP error message UWS_SURVEY_GUI045 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a questionnaire but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to delete questionnaires. 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 the specific action of deleting questionnaires.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings that restrict certain actions based on user roles or organizational policies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for deleting questionnaires.
  If the roles do not have the required permissions, you may need to modify the role or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you understand the required permissions and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to delete the questionnaire again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. For questionnaire deletion, you may need to look for objects related to survey management or questionnaire administration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message UWS_SURVEY_GUI045.