How To Fix PCA_SECURITY016 - Conversion not complete; cannot delete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PCA_SECURITY - Messages for Sensitive Card Data

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Conversion not complete; cannot delete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PCA_SECURITY016 - Conversion not complete; cannot delete ?

  The SAP error message PCA_SECURITY016 "Conversion not complete; cannot delete" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's security and authorization management, particularly when dealing with user roles, profiles, or authorizations. This error indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a user role or profile, which prevents the deletion of that role or profile.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Role Conversion: The role or profile may not have been fully converted from a previous version or system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Dependencies: The role or profile may be linked to other objects or users, which prevents its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the role may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the conversion process to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Role Conversion Status: Verify if the role or profile has been fully converted. You can do this by checking the transaction logs or using transaction codes like PFCG (Profile Generator) to see the status of the role.
  Remove Dependencies: Identify and remove any dependencies that may be preventing the deletion. This could involve unassigning the role from users or other roles.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the role has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your security administrator to grant the appropriate permissions.
  Re-run Conversion: If the conversion is incomplete, you may need to re-run the conversion process for the role or profile. This can often be done through the PFCG transaction.
  System Check: If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies. You may need to consult SAP support or your technical team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System) for managing roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to role management and authorization concepts to better understand the implications of role conversions and deletions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.