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How To Fix EDEREG_INV486 - Cannot determine roles for profile allocation


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: EDEREG_INV - Error Messages for Payment Management in a Deregulated Env.

  • Message number: 486

  • Message text: Cannot determine roles for profile allocation

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  • What causes this issue?

    No roles exist for the profile allocation at installation level, for
    which the consumption factor is updated when billing the installation.
    Such a role is necessary to determine the quantity for a budget billing
    from the profile allocation for an installation.

    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?

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG_INV486 - Cannot determine roles for profile allocation ?

    The SAP error message EDEREG_INV486 ("Cannot determine roles for profile allocation") typically occurs in the context of SAP's role management and authorization system. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the appropriate roles for a user or a profile allocation, which can hinder user access to certain functionalities or transactions.

    Causes:

    1. Missing Role Assignments: The user may not have the necessary roles assigned in the system.
    2. Profile Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the profiles or roles in the system.
    3. Authorization Objects: The authorization objects required for the roles may not be properly defined or may be missing.
    4. Transport Issues: If roles were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
    5. User Master Record Issues: The user master record may not be correctly set up, leading to issues in role determination.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Role Assignments:

      • Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check if the user has the necessary roles assigned.
      • If roles are missing, assign the appropriate roles to the user.
    2. Review Profile Configuration:

      • Use transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) to review the roles and profiles.
      • Ensure that the roles are correctly configured and that all necessary authorizations are included.
    3. Check Authorization Objects:

      • Verify that the authorization objects required for the roles are correctly defined and active.
      • Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures after attempting to perform the action that triggered the error.
    4. Transport Consistency:

      • If roles were recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or inconsistencies.
      • Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
    5. User Master Record:

      • Check the user master record for any inconsistencies or missing information.
      • Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct user groups and has the necessary parameters set.
    6. System Logs:

      • Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide additional context.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SU01: User Maintenance
      • PFCG: Role Maintenance
      • SU53: Display Authorization Check
      • SM21: System Log
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.

    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.

    If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.

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