How To Fix EPRO196 - Role category &1 is for profile role &2

EPRO196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Role category &1 is for profile role &2

What causes this issue?

CAUTION: This message is used as a variable in message 195. Do not
access as a standalone message.

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 EPRO196 - Role category &1 is for profile role &2 ?

  The SAP error message EPRO196 indicates that there is a mismatch between the role category and the profile role in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to assign a role that is not compatible with the specified role category.
  
  Cause:
  
  Role Category Mismatch: The role you are trying to assign is not compatible with the role category defined in the system. For example, if a role is defined as a "Profile Role," it cannot be assigned to a user in a category that expects a different type of role.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of roles and authorizations in the system, leading to this error.
  Role Definition Errors: The role itself may have been incorrectly defined or modified, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Assignment: Verify that the role you are trying to assign is appropriate for the user and the role category. Ensure that the role