How To Fix BV271 - Specification of a special version is not permitted for user type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Specification of a special version is not permitted for user type &1

What causes this issue?

The specification of a special version is not permitted for user type
&V1&.
Technical background: The central system has information about the
settings of the target system &V2&. These settings may be obsolete.

System Response

Termination.

How to fix this error?

You can reset the assignment of a special version. When doing so, you
should, of course, take into account the conditions of the license
contract (The assignment of a country surcharge may be permitted.)
If the settings for the child system have changed, and the central
system was not yet informed of these changes, transfer the new status
to the central system. You have the following options for doing this:
Use maintenance transactions (SU01, SU10), "Roles" tab page,
"Text comparison from child sys." function.
User maintenance transaction (SU01, SU10), "Profiles" tab page,
"Text comparison from child sys." function
Program SUSR_ZBV_GET_RECEIVER_PROFILES
Program SUSR_CUA_CONSISTENCY_CHECK

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BV271 - Specification of a special version is not permitted for user type &1 ?

  The SAP error message BV271 ("Specification of a special version is not permitted for user type &1") typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign a special version of a user type that is not allowed in the system. This error is often related to user management and authorization issues within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  User Type Restrictions: The error indicates that the user type specified does not allow for the assignment of a special version. In SAP, user types can be categorized (e.g., dialog users, system users, service users, etc.), and certain user types have restrictions on the versions that can be assigned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the user management or authorization profiles that restrict the use of special versions for certain user types.
  Incorrect User Type Assignment: The user type being assigned may not be compatible with the special version being specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Type: Verify the user type that is being used. Ensure that it is appropriate for the special version you are trying to assign. You can check this in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to user types and special versions. This can be done in transaction code SU10 (Mass User Maintenance) or by consulting with your SAP Basis or Security team.
  Use Standard Versions: If the user type does not support special versions, consider using a standard version that is compatible with the user type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to user management and authorization to understand the limitations and configurations for user types and special versions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  User Types in SAP: Understanding the different user types and their permissions is crucial. Common user types include:
  
  Dialog Users: Regular users who log into the SAP GUI.
  System Users: Users that are used for background processing.
  Service Users: Users that are used for specific services or applications.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to check roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.