How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON198 - &1 cannot be responsible for step &2; no system account assigned to user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON - Incident Common Messages

• Message number: 198

• Message text: &1 cannot be responsible for step &2; no system account assigned to user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON198 - &1 cannot be responsible for step &2; no system account assigned to user ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON198 indicates that a user is trying to perform an action in the SAP system that requires a system account, but no system account has been assigned to that user for the specified step. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module or similar processes where specific roles and responsibilities are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing System Account Assignment: The user does not have a system account assigned for the specific step they are trying to execute.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to the inability to perform certain actions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to perform the action, which can be related to the system account not being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a System Account:
  
  Go to the user management section in SAP (Transaction code: SU01).
  Check the user profile for the user encountering the error.
  Ensure that a system account is assigned to the user for the relevant step or process.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user (Transaction code: PFCG).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the actions the user is trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP Basis or Security team to assist in assigning the correct system account and roles.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the EHS module or the specific process to ensure that the system accounts are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  Test the specific step again to confirm that the user can now proceed without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the EHS module for more details on user roles and system account assignments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON198 and ensure that the user can perform the required actions in the SAP system.