How To Fix EPRO407 - Profile &3 &4 cannot be allocated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Profile &3 &4 cannot be allocated

What causes this issue?

You tried to allocate a profile, however, the chosen profile has an
invalid interval size or an invalid sorting of the profile values.

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?

Choose a profile that has the same interval size and sorting of the
profile values as the synthetic profile.

Procedure for System Administrators

Values have to meet the following criteria in order to be valid:
Identification of interval size: &V1&
Profile values are arranged in ascending temporal order (flag): &V2&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO407 - Profile &3 &4 cannot be allocated ?

  The SAP error message EPRO407 indicates that a specific profile cannot be allocated. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's profile management, which is used for various purposes, including user authorizations, system parameters, and other configuration settings.
  Cause:
  The error message EPRO407 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Profile Not Found: The specified profile (indicated by &3 and &4 in the error message) does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to allocate the profile may not have the necessary authorizations to do so.
  Profile Locking: The profile may be locked by another process or user, preventing allocation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the profile management system or related components.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the profile from being accessed or allocated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EPRO407 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Profile Existence:
  
  Verify that the profile specified in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like PFCG (for roles and profiles) or SU01 (for user management).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to allocate the profile. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Investigate if the profile is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks on the profile.
  
  
  
  Profile Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the profile management system to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking profile parameters and settings.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  If you suspect database issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your database administrator to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult 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.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG, SU01, SU53, and SM12 for managing profiles and authorizations.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to profile management and authorization concepts for a deeper understanding.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EPRO407 error in your SAP system.