How To Fix VMD_API111 - Vendor &1: You are not authorized to delete contact persons

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMD_API - Vendor APIs

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Vendor &1: You are not authorized to delete contact persons

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMD_API111 - Vendor &1: You are not authorized to delete contact persons ?

  The SAP error message VMD_API111 indicates that a user is attempting to delete a contact person for a vendor but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete contact persons associated with vendors. This is often due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configurations that restrict certain users from deleting contact persons, even if they have general vendor management permissions.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules in place that prevent the deletion of contact persons under certain conditions (e.g., if the contact person is linked to active transactions).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to delete contact persons.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, a security administrator or SAP Basis team member should update the user's roles to include the required authorization objects (e.g., V_VBAK_VKO, V_VBAK_VKO for vendor management).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles, contact your SAP security team to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Business Rules:
  
  Check if there are any business rules or configurations that prevent the deletion of contact persons. This may involve consulting with the business process owner or reviewing the configuration settings in the vendor management module.
  
  
  
  Alternative Actions:
  
  If deletion is not possible due to business rules, consider whether the contact person can be marked as inactive instead of being deleted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to vendor management include V_VENDE_A, V_VENDE_B, and V_VENDE_C. Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations for these objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  BP: Business Partner (for managing vendors and contact persons)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems related to vendor contact persons.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the contact person if appropriate.