How To Fix /ISDFPS/IM_CUA018 - Status can be changed only if connection to CUA system exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/IM_CUA -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Status can be changed only if connection to CUA system exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/IM_CUA018 - Status can be changed only if connection to CUA system exists ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/IM_CUA018 indicates that a status change for a certain object (likely related to the Central User Administration, CUA) can only occur if there is an active connection to the CUA system. This error typically arises in scenarios where a user or administrator is trying to perform an action that requires communication with the CUA system, but the connection is either not established or has been interrupted.
  Cause:
  
  No Active Connection: The most common cause is that there is no active connection to the CUA system. This could be due to network issues, configuration problems, or the CUA system being down.
  Configuration Issues: The CUA configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to communication failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action in the CUA system.
  System Downtime: The CUA system might be undergoing maintenance or experiencing downtime.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Connection: Verify that the connection to the CUA system is active. You can do this by checking the RFC connections in transaction SM59 and ensuring that the connection is working properly.
  Test RFC Connection: Use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the connection to the CUA system is functioning correctly.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the CUA configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in transaction SU01 for user management and ensuring that the CUA system is properly defined in the system landscape.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action in the CUA system. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  System Status: Check if the CUA system is up and running. If it is down, you may need to wait until it is back online or contact your system administrator.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CUA Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Central User Administration for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /ISDFPS/IM_CUA018 error message.