How To Fix EPRO124 - Maximum number of profiles with role &1 already allocated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Maximum number of profiles with role &1 already allocated

What causes this issue?

You tried to allocate a profile with role &v1& to a register. The
maximum number of profiles that can be allocated to any specific
register in this role has been specified as &v2& in Customizing for
<LS>Energy Data Management</>.
This register has already been allocated to &v2& profiles with this
role.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO124 - Maximum number of profiles with role &1 already allocated ?

  The SAP error message EPRO124, which states "Maximum number of profiles with role &1 already allocated," typically occurs when a user tries to assign a role to a user or a group, but the maximum limit of profiles associated with that role has been reached. This is often related to the configuration of user roles and profiles in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Profile Limit Reached: Each role in SAP can have a maximum number of profiles associated with it. If this limit is reached, you will encounter this error when trying to assign the role to another user.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured with a specific limit for the number of profiles that can be assigned to a role, which can be a part of security or compliance policies.
  Role Design: The design of the role may be such that it has too many profiles assigned, leading to this error when trying to add more.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Role Assignments: Check the current assignments of the role in question. You can do this by navigating to the role in the SAP system and reviewing the profiles assigned to it.
  Remove Unused Profiles: If there are profiles that are no longer needed or used, consider removing them from the role to free up space for new assignments.
  Increase Profile Limit: If necessary and if it aligns with your organization's policies, you may consider increasing the maximum number of profiles that can be assigned to a role. This typically requires configuration changes in the system.
  Create a New Role: If the role is too complex or has too many profiles, consider creating a new role that consolidates the necessary permissions without exceeding the profile limit.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for specific guidelines on managing roles and profiles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PFCG (Profile Generator) to manage roles and profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Management: Ensure that user management practices are in place to regularly review and clean up roles and profiles to avoid hitting limits in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.