How To Fix EPRO159 - The profile type of profile &1 does not permit changes to profile values

EPRO159 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 159

• Message text: The profile type of profile &1 does not permit changes to profile values

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to change profile &V1&. However, you cannot change
values of this profile type.
You cannot change values of the following types of profiles:
Synthetic profiles
Integral profiles
Formula profiles
<ZH>Note:</>
It is, to a certain extent, possible to change the status of profile
values for form profiles. For example, you can cancel value protection.

System Response

You can only open the profile in display mode. Therefore you can not
change the profile values.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO159 - The profile type of profile &1 does not permit changes to profile values ?

  The SAP error message EPRO159 indicates that the profile type of the specified profile does not allow changes to its values. This typically occurs when you are trying to modify a profile that is set to a type that restricts changes, such as a system profile or a profile that is locked for editing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Profile Type Restrictions: The profile you are trying to modify is of a type that does not permit changes. For example, some profiles are designed to be read-only or are locked for specific reasons.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the profile values.
  Profile Locking: The profile might be locked by another user or process, preventing any modifications.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Profile Type: Verify the type of the profile you are trying to change. You can do this by navigating to the profile management transaction (e.g., RZ10) and checking the properties of the profile.
  Use the Correct