How To Fix EPRO185 - No source profile exsists for the role from profile allocation &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 185

• Message text: No source profile exsists for the role from profile allocation &1

What causes this issue?

In the processing period &V3& to &V4&, no profile allocation with the
corresponding source role &V2& exists for the role of profile allocation
&V1&.

System Response

It is not possible to calculate the usage factor.

How to fix this error?

Maintain a profile allocation with role &V4& for the processing period.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO185 - No source profile exsists for the role from profile allocation &1 ?

  The SAP error message EPRO185 indicates that there is no source profile available for the role specified in the profile allocation. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's role and authorization management, particularly when dealing with Profile Generator (PFCG) and user roles.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Profile: The error usually arises when a role is assigned to a user, but the corresponding source profile that should be linked to that role does not exist in the system.
  Profile Deletion: The source profile may have been deleted or not created properly.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, the source profile may not have been included in the transport request.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the role definition or profile assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG and check the role that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the role is correctly defined and that all necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Create or Assign Source Profile:
  
  If the source profile does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in transaction code SU01 or PFCG.
  Alternatively, if the profile exists but is not linked correctly, you can assign it to the role.
  
  
  
  Transport Profiles:
  
  If the role was transported, ensure that the source profile was included in the transport request. You may need to transport the profile from the source system.
  
  
  
  Profile Generation:
  
  Regenerate the profile for the role using the Profile Generator (PFCG). This can sometimes resolve issues related to missing profiles.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the authorization objects required for the role are correctly defined and that the necessary authorizations are granted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to role management and profile generation for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance and profile generation.
  SU01: User maintenance, where you can check user assignments to roles.
  SUIM: User Information System, useful for checking authorizations and roles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for EPRO185 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding the basics of SAP authorization management can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.