How To Fix 5W670 - Authorization profile &1 deleted for user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 670

• Message text: Authorization profile &1 deleted for user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W670 - Authorization profile &1 deleted for user &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5W670 indicates that an authorization profile has been deleted for a specific user. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in user roles, profile management, or system updates. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Profile Deletion: The authorization profile specified in the message has been deleted from the system. This could be due to administrative actions or changes in user roles.
  User Role Changes: If a user’s role has been modified or if they have been removed from a particular group, the associated authorization profiles may also be deleted.
  System Cleanup: Regular maintenance or cleanup processes might have removed unused or outdated profiles.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was part of a transport request that was not properly imported, it could lead to the profile being unavailable.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Reassign the Profile: If the profile is still needed, you can reassign it to the user. This can be done through transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) or SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  Go to transaction PFCG.
  Find the role associated with the deleted profile.
  Reassign the profile to the user.
  
  
  
  Create a New Profile: If the profile was deleted and is no longer available, you may need to create a new authorization profile that meets the user’s requirements.
  
  Use transaction PFCG to create a new role and assign the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check User Roles: Review the user’s roles and ensure that they have the necessary authorizations to perform their tasks.
  
  Use transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Audit and Review: Conduct an audit of authorization profiles and user roles to ensure that all necessary profiles are in place and that there are no unauthorized deletions.
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists or if you suspect it is related to system maintenance or transport issues, consult with your SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance and profile assignment.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  SUIM: User information system for reporting on user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding SAP’s authorization concept, including roles, profiles, and authorizations, is crucial for managing user access effectively.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5W670 and restore the necessary authorizations for the affected user.