How To Fix 01680 - Could not perform text comparison for roles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 680

• Message text: Could not perform text comparison for roles

What causes this issue?

You can find the reason for the failed comparison from the previous
messages in the list.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Perform the "Text Comparison for the CUA Central System" manually as
normal.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01680 - Could not perform text comparison for roles ?

  The SAP error message "01680 Could not perform text comparison for roles" typically occurs in the context of role management and authorization in SAP systems. This error is often related to issues with the text comparison of roles, which can arise during various activities such as role assignment, role comparison, or when trying to transport roles between systems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Role Texts: The error may occur if the role texts are missing or not properly maintained in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the role definitions or texts between different clients or systems.
  Transport Issues: If roles are being transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport request or the roles may not have been properly imported.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the text comparison for the roles.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that affect how roles and texts are managed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Role Texts: Ensure that all role texts are properly maintained and exist in the system. You can do this by navigating to the role maintenance transaction (PFCG) and checking the texts for the roles in question.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the roles to identify any discrepancies. This can be done using transaction code SUIM or PFCG.
  Transport Request Review: If the error occurs during a transport, review the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects are included and that the transport was successful.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to role management and authorization concepts for a better understanding of how roles and texts are handled in the system.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.