How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG133 - Partner role cannot be used because it is inactive

/IAM/CONFIG133 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Partner role cannot be used because it is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG133 - Partner role cannot be used because it is inactive ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG133 Partner role cannot be used because it is inactive typically occurs in the context of Identity Management (IAM) or when dealing with partner roles in SAP systems. This error indicates that the specific partner role you are trying to use is currently inactive, which prevents it from being utilized in the process you are attempting to execute.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Partner Role: The primary cause of this error is that the partner role you are trying to use has been marked as inactive in the system configuration.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to partner roles, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the partner role.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Partner Role:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for partner roles in your SAP system.
  Locate the specific partner role that is causing the error.
  Change the status