How To Fix ACM091 - PFCG mapping and its sub entries deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 091

• Message text: PFCG mapping and its sub entries deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM091 - PFCG mapping and its sub entries deleted ?

  The SAP error message ACM091, which states "PFCG mapping and its sub entries deleted," typically occurs in the context of role management and authorization in SAP systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of roles in the Profile Generator (PFCG) and that certain entries have been deleted, which can lead to authorization problems for users.
  Cause:
  
  Role Deletion: The error may occur if a role that is mapped to a user or a group has been deleted or modified in a way that affects its mapping.
  Transport Issues: If roles are transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), inconsistencies can arise if the transport does not include all necessary objects.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to roles or authorizations that are not properly reflected in the system can lead to this error.
  System Upgrades or Changes: Changes in the system configuration or upgrades can sometimes lead to inconsistencies in role mappings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Existence: Verify that the role in question still exists in the system. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a transport request.
  Reassign Roles: If the role has been modified, reassign the role to the affected users or groups to ensure they have the correct authorizations.
  Transport Consistency: Ensure that all necessary roles and authorizations are included in transport requests when moving changes between systems.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see if any recent changes were made to roles or authorizations that could have caused the issue.
  Use PFCG: Go to transaction PFCG and check the role definitions and authorizations. Make sure that the mappings are correct and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Authorization Trace: Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures for specific users to identify which roles or authorizations are missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  PFCG (Profile Generator): This is the transaction used to manage roles and authorizations in SAP. Familiarity with PFCG is essential for troubleshooting authorization issues.
  SU01 (User Maintenance): This transaction can be used to check user assignments to roles and to make necessary adjustments.
  SUIM (User Information System): This transaction can help in analyzing user authorizations and roles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.