How To Fix CACSTGT290 - Elementary target type is assigned to more than one tgt admin. system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSTGT - Commissions: Target Agreements

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Elementary target type is assigned to more than one tgt admin. system

What causes this issue?

Elementary target type &v1& for application &v2& is assigned to more
than one target administration system.

System Response

The target agreement run is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Assign the elementary target type to the correct target administration
system.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSTGT290 - Elementary target type is assigned to more than one tgt admin. system ?

  The SAP error message CACSTGT290 indicates that an elementary target type has been assigned to more than one target administration system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Centralized User Administration (CUA) or when managing target systems in a landscape where multiple systems are involved.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An elementary target type (like a user or role) is mistakenly linked to multiple target administration systems.
  There is a configuration issue in the target system assignments, leading to ambiguity about which target system should manage the elementary target type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Conflicting Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like SU01 or PFCG to check the assignments of the elementary target type.
  Review the target administration systems configured in your CUA or user management settings.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Elementary Target Type:
  
  Determine which target administration system should be the primary one for the elementary target type.
  Remove the assignment from the secondary target administration system to ensure that each elementary target type is only linked to one target system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SCUA (for Central User Administration) and review the configuration settings.
  Ensure that the target systems are correctly defined and that there are no overlapping assignments.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  You can do this by trying to perform the action that previously triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Monitoring:
  
  Document the changes made for future reference.
  Monitor the system for any similar issues that may arise in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01, PFCG, and SCUA for user and role management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  User Management Best Practices: Implement best practices for user and role management to avoid similar issues in the future, such as regular audits of user assignments and roles.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they may provide additional insights or solutions specific to your system configuration.