How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG113 - Issue type &1 of issue category &2 is already assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Issue type &1 of issue category &2 is already assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG113 - Issue type &1 of issue category &2 is already assigned ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG113 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of an issue type to an issue category in the Identity Access Management (IAM) module. Specifically, it means that the issue type you are trying to assign is already linked to the specified issue category.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The issue type you are trying to assign is already associated with the issue category in the system.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the IAM settings where the same issue type is mistakenly assigned to multiple categories.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Navigate to the IAM configuration settings and check the current assignments of issue types to issue categories.
  Identify if the issue type is already assigned to the issue category you are trying to configure.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignment:
  
  If the issue type is already assigned and you need to make a new assignment, consider removing the existing assignment first.
  Ensure that the assignment you want to make does not conflict with existing configurations.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the IAM configuration to ensure that there are no unintended duplicate assignments.
  Make necessary adjustments to the configuration to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for IAM to understand the correct configuration procedures and best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP IAM that can help you navigate the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the IAM configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /IAM/CONFIG113 error and ensure proper configuration of issue types and categories in your SAP IAM system.