How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG008 - Add corresponding customizing entry for object category &1 and system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Add corresponding customizing entry for object category &1 and system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG008 - Add corresponding customizing entry for object category &1 and system &2 ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG008 indicates that there is a missing customizing entry for a specific object category and system in the Identity Access Management (IAM) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or process an object that has not been properly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a required customizing entry in the IAM configuration. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The necessary configuration for the object category (e.g., roles, users, etc.) has not been set up in the system.
  The system or client you are working in does not have the required entries in the customizing tables.
  There may have been changes in the system landscape, such as a new system being added, without corresponding entries being created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to add the corresponding customizing entry for the specified object category and system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Object Category and System: Check the error message for the specific object category (&1) and system (&2) that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Access Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the IAM customizing settings. This is usually found under:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Governance, Risk, and Compliance -> Access Control -> Identity Management -> Configuration
  
  
  
  
  Add Customizing Entry:
  
  Look for the relevant section that corresponds to the object category you need to configure.
  Create a new entry for the specified system and object category. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, make sure to transport the changes to the quality and production environments as necessary.
  
  
  Testing: After making the changes, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on IAM configuration and customizing settings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SU01, and PFCG for managing roles and users.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /IAM/CONFIG008 error and ensure that your IAM configuration is complete and functional.