How To Fix EPRO186 - The allocation of the source profile is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 186

• Message text: The allocation of the source profile is not consistent

What causes this issue?

The role of profile allocation &V1& has role &V2& as the source. The
source role must be allocated to the entire processing period &V3& to
&V4&.
This is not the case.

System Response

It is not possible to calculate the usage factor.

How to fix this error?

Check the profile allocations.

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 EPRO186 - The allocation of the source profile is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message EPRO186, which states "The allocation of the source profile is not consistent," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profile Management or when dealing with user profiles and authorizations. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the way the source profile is allocated to the target profile or user.
  Causes:
  
  Profile Inconsistency: The source profile may have been modified or deleted, leading to inconsistencies in the allocation.
  Authorization Issues: There may be issues with the authorizations assigned to the user or the profile itself.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the profile management or user administration can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If profiles were transported from one system to another, inconsistencies may arise if the transport was not executed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Profile Allocation:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) and check the source profile's allocation. Ensure that the profile exists and is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust Profiles:
  
  If the source profile is missing or inconsistent, consider recreating it or adjusting the existing profile to ensure it aligns with the target profile requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures. This can help identify if there are missing authorizations that are causing the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors. You may need to re-transport the profiles or manually adjust them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile assignments and ensure that all profiles are consistent and correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on profile management and authorization concepts.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  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.