How To Fix 1E820 - Role &1 cannot be changed in the mass run.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Role &1 cannot be changed in the mass run.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E820 - Role &1 cannot be changed in the mass run. ?

  The SAP error message 1E820 indicates that a specific role (denoted as &1) cannot be changed during a mass run. This error typically occurs in the context of user administration, particularly when using transaction codes like SU10 (mass user maintenance) or PFCG (role maintenance).
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Role Locking: The role you are trying to change may be locked for editing. This can happen if another user is currently editing the role or if the role is in a transport request that is not yet released.
  
  
  Role Status: The role might be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being in a "Transport" status or marked as "inactive."
  
  
  Mass Change Restrictions: Certain roles may have restrictions that prevent them from being changed in a mass operation. This could be due to specific configurations or settings in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the mass change may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the specified role.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Role Locking:
  
  Verify if the role is currently being edited by another user. You can check this in transaction SM12 (lock entries) to see if there are any locks on the role.
  
  
  
  Review Role Status:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG and check the status of the role. Ensure that it is not locked or in a transport request that is preventing changes.
  
  
  
  Modify Individual Roles:
  
  If the mass change is not possible due to restrictions, consider modifying the role individually instead of in a mass run.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the role. You may need to consult with your security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check system configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM12: Display and Delete Lock Entries
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Understanding the role management and authorization concepts in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.