How To Fix PDM010 - Subordinate profile &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PDM - Messages for PDM

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Subordinate profile &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PDM010 - Subordinate profile &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message PDM010, which states "Subordinate profile &1 not found," typically occurs in the context of user authorization profiles. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific subordinate profile that is referenced in the authorization checks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile: The subordinate profile specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created, being deleted, or being incorrectly referenced.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the user roles or profiles that reference the subordinate profile.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) and check if the subordinate profile exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the user role.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Profile:
  
  If the profile is missing, create it using the Profile Generator. Ensure that it has the necessary authorizations and is correctly assigned to the relevant roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they are correctly configured to include the necessary subordinate profiles.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the profile was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze the authorization check failure. This can provide insights into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to authorization profiles for any specific guidance or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to authorization profiles and the specific error message.
  User Roles: Understanding how user roles and profiles are structured in your SAP environment can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.