How To Fix 01681 - Text comparison performed for role &1 and system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 681

• Message text: Text comparison performed for role &1 and system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01681 - Text comparison performed for role &1 and system &2 ?

  The SAP error message 01681, which states "Text comparison performed for role &1 and system &2," typically occurs in the context of authorization roles and profiles. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the text descriptions of the roles or profiles between the SAP system and the transport request.
  Cause:
  
  Role Mismatch: The role in question may have been modified in one system (e.g., development) but not yet transported to another system (e.g., quality or production).
  Transport Issues: There may be issues with the transport request that is supposed to carry the role from one system to another.
  Text Elements: The text elements of the role may not be consistent across the systems, leading to discrepancies during comparisons.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transport Requests: Ensure that the transport requests containing the role have been properly released and imported into the target system.
  Synchronize Roles: If the role has been modified, ensure that the changes are transported to all relevant systems. You may need to manually adjust the role in the target system to match the source system.
  Compare Role Texts: Use transaction code PFCG to compare the role texts in both systems. You can do this by navigating to the role in question and checking the text elements.
  Recreate Role: If the issue persists, consider recreating the role in the target system or copying it from the source system to ensure consistency.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the authorizations assigned to the role are consistent across systems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance and management.
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer to manage transport requests.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on role management and transport processes for best practices.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.