How To Fix BV285 - Maintain user classification only in the central system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Maintain user classification only in the central system

What causes this issue?

Central User Administration (CUA) is active in your system landscape.
The maintenance of the license data is set to "Global". The user
classifications should therefore only be maintained in the central
system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Perform the user classification in the central system.
If it is absolutely necessary, perform the classification in the child
system. Then transfer the data to the central system. Use transaction
"SCUG" on the central system to do this.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BV285 - Maintain user classification only in the central system ?

  The SAP error message BV285, which states "Maintain user classification only in the central system," typically occurs in a distributed system landscape where there is a central system (like an SAP Central User Administration (CUA) system) and one or more child systems. This error indicates that user classifications (such as roles, authorizations, or other user-related settings) should only be maintained in the central system and not in the child systems.
  Cause:
  
  Central User Administration (CUA): The error arises when an attempt is made to maintain user classifications directly in a child system instead of the central system.
  Configuration Issue: The system may not be properly configured to direct user classification maintenance to the central system.
  User Role Assignment: Users may be trying to assign roles or classifications that are meant to be managed centrally.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the Central System: To resolve this error, you need to perform user classification maintenance in the central system. Log into the central system and make the necessary changes there.
  Check CUA Configuration: Ensure that the Central User Administration is correctly configured. This includes verifying that the child systems are properly connected to the central system.
  User Management: If you need to assign roles or classifications, do so in the central system. After making changes, they will be propagated to the child systems as per the CUA settings.
  Authorization Checks: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations in the central system to maintain user classifications.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation on Central User Administration for detailed steps on how to manage users and classifications.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance) and SU10 (Mass User Maintenance) in the central system.
  Support Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address related issues.
  System Landscape: Understand the architecture of your SAP landscape, including how the central and child systems interact, to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BV285 error and maintain user classifications effectively within your SAP environment.