How To Fix ACM048 - Duplicate PFCG mappings defined in aggregate &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM - Message-Class for all ACM functions/exceptions

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Duplicate PFCG mappings defined in aggregate &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM048 - Duplicate PFCG mappings defined in aggregate &1 ?

  The SAP error message ACM048 "Duplicate PFCG mappings defined in aggregate &1" typically occurs in the context of authorization management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with role management and the Profile Generator (PFCG). This error indicates that there are duplicate mappings for roles or authorizations in the specified aggregate.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by having multiple entries that map the same role or authorization to the same object in the specified aggregate. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual errors during role creation or modification.
  Importing roles or profiles that have overlapping definitions.
  System inconsistencies or bugs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ACM048 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to access the Role Maintenance screen.
  Check the roles associated with the aggregate mentioned in the error message.
  Look for duplicate entries in the role definitions or authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate mappings, you will need to remove or consolidate them.
  Edit the role(s) to ensure that each authorization object is mapped only once.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests for any conflicting role definitions.
  Ensure that the transport does not contain duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check for roles using transaction SU25 or SUIM to identify any inconsistencies in role definitions.
  
  
  
  Re-Generate Profiles:
  
  After resolving duplicates, regenerate the profiles for the affected roles using the Profile Generator (PFCG).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  Test the roles after making changes to ensure that the authorizations are working as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU25: Upgrade of Authorizations
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly audit roles and authorizations to prevent duplication.
  Implement a naming convention for roles to avoid confusion and overlap.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACM048 error and ensure that your role definitions are consistent and free of duplicates.