How To Fix WTRA017 - You are not authorized to delete the measurement data logs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTRA - Runtime Analysis: Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete the measurement data logs

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  Error Message
  WTRA017 – You are not authorized to delete the measurement data logs.
  
  Cause
  This error occurs because the user attempting to delete measurement data logs in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or Quality Management (QM) does not have the necessary authorization. SAP enforces strict authorization checks to ensure that only users with appropriate permissions can delete sensitive data such as measurement logs.
  The authorization object typically involved is related to measurement document processing or maintenance data management, for example:
  
  I_MES (Measurement Documents)
  I_MESDEL (Delete Measurement Documents)
  Or other related authorization objects depending on the system configuration.
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization for these objects, the system will prevent deletion and raise this error.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed.
  Alternatively, use transaction ST01 (Authorization Trace) to trace the authorization check during the deletion attempt.
  
  
  
  Identify Missing Authorization Objects:
  
  Look for missing authorizations related to measurement document deletion, such as:
  
  I_MES with activity 02 (Change)
  I_MESDEL with activity 02 (Delete)
  
  
  The exact authorization object and activity depend on your SAP system version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Update User Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP Security team to add the necessary authorization objects and activities to the user's role.
  Ensure that the user has the authorization to delete measurement data logs in the relevant plant or maintenance area.
  
  
  
  Test the Authorization:
  
  After updating the roles, have the user try deleting the measurement data logs again to confirm the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Measurement document processing: IK11, IK12, IK13
  Measurement document deletion might be done via specific transactions or custom programs depending on your system.
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  I_MES – Measurement Documents
  I_MESDEL – Delete Measurement Documents (if available)
  I_MESACT – Activities for Measurement Documents
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to measurement document authorization if the problem persists.
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Sometimes, deletion of measurement logs is restricted by system settings or business rules. Verify with your functional consultant if deletion is allowed in your business process.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  Cause: User lacks authorization to delete measurement data logs.
  Solution: Grant the necessary authorization objects and activities to the user role.
  Check: Use SU53 or ST01 to identify missing authorizations.
  
  
  If you need help identifying the exact authorization object or role adjustment, please provide your SAP system version and the transaction or program used to delete the measurement data logs.