How To Fix 5@072 - Authorization cannot be copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5@ -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Authorization cannot be copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5@072 - Authorization cannot be copied ?

  The SAP error message "5@072 Authorization cannot be copied" typically occurs when there is an issue with the authorization objects or roles in the SAP system. This error is often encountered during the process of copying or transferring authorizations from one user to another or when trying to assign roles.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The authorization objects required for the role or profile you are trying to copy may not exist in the target system or may not be assigned to the user.
  Inconsistent Role Definitions: The role definitions may be inconsistent or incomplete, leading to issues when attempting to copy authorizations.
  User Master Record Issues: The user master record may not have the necessary authorizations or may be locked.
  Transport Issues: If the roles or authorizations were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Profile Generation Issues: There may be issues with the profile generation process that prevent the copying of authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorization Objects: Verify that all necessary authorization objects are present in the target system. You can do this by checking the role definitions and ensuring that all required objects are included.
  Review Role Definitions: Ensure that the role definitions are complete and consistent. You may need to recreate or adjust the roles to resolve any inconsistencies.
  User Master Record: Check the user master record for the user you are trying to copy authorizations to. Ensure that the user is not locked and has the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Logs: If the roles were transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  Profile Generation: If there are issues with profile generation, you may need to regenerate the profiles for the affected roles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  Authorization Trace: Use transaction code ST01 to perform an authorization trace to identify which specific authorization is causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SUIM (User Information System)
  ST01 (Authorization Trace)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management and role maintenance for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.