How To Fix C-018 - Profile & already has display blocks: copying not possible

C-018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C- -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Profile & already has display blocks: copying not possible

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C-018 - Details

• The SAP error message C-018, which states "Profile & already has display blocks: copying not possible," typically occurs when you are trying to copy a profile that already contains display blocks. This error is common in the context of SAP's authorization profiles or roles, particularly when using transaction codes like PFCG (Profile Generator).
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the profile you are attempting to copy has already been configured with display blocks. Display blocks are used to define certain characteristics or settings within the profile, and SAP does not allow copying of profiles that have these blocks in place to prevent inconsistencies or data integrity issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Existing Profile: 
  
  Go to transaction PFCG and enter the profile name that you are trying to copy.
  Review the profile to see if it contains any display blocks.
  
  
  
  Remove Display Blocks:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can