How To Fix FASTEDM_INTERNAL019 - Profile categories for &1 and &2 do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FASTEDM_INTERNAL -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Profile categories for &1 and &2 do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FASTEDM_INTERNAL019 - Profile categories for &1 and &2 do not match ?

  The SAP error message FASTEDM_INTERNAL019 indicates that there is a mismatch between the profile categories for two entities (denoted as &1 and &2) in the context of the Fast Data Management (FDM) module. This error typically arises when the system expects certain profile categories to align but finds discrepancies.
  Cause:
  
  Profile Configuration Mismatch: The profiles assigned to the entities (e.g., materials, customers, vendors) do not match in terms of their categories. This could happen if one profile is set up differently from another, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the configuration, it may lead to mismatched profiles.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the FDM process, they might not be handling profile categories correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Assignments: Review the profile assignments for both entities involved in the error. Ensure that they are using the same profile category.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP and verify the profiles assigned to both entities.
  
  
  
  Adjust Profile Categories: If you find that the profiles are indeed different, you may need to adjust one of the profiles to match the other. This could involve changing the profile category or reassigning the correct profile.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data to ensure that all related entities have the correct and matching profiles.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles profile categories and does not introduce mismatches.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Fast Data Management for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding profile categories.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations and making necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to check and modify profile settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.