How To Fix CU320 - Profile name missing for description &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Profile name missing for description &

What causes this issue?

You have entered a language-dependent description for the knowledge
base profile, but you have not entered a name.

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?

Enter a language-independent name for the knowledge base profile.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU320 - Profile name missing for description & ?

  The SAP error message "CU320 Profile name missing for description &" typically occurs in the context of user profiles or authorization profiles in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a profile name associated with a specific description, which can lead to issues with user authorizations or roles.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile: The profile that is supposed to be linked to the description does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the user profile settings or in the authorization objects.
  Transport Issues: If the profiles were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing profiles.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the system from retrieving the profile correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance) and check if the profile associated with the user or role exists.
  If the profile is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Profile:
  
  If the profile does not exist, you can create a new profile using transaction PFCG or SU03 (Authorization Maintenance).
  Ensure that the profile name is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Transport Profiles:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors. You may need to re-transport the profiles or manually create them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the authorization objects linked to the profile are correctly defined and that the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in user profiles and authorizations. You can use transaction SUIM (User Information System) for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to user profiles and authorizations for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU03: Authorization Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.