How To Fix PF046 - Profile & (version &) deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PF - System parametrization messages in Computing Ctr Mgmt System

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Profile & (version &) deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PF046 - Profile & (version &) deleted ?

  The SAP error message PF046 indicates that a specific profile (identified by the profile name and version) has been deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of user authorizations and profiles in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Profile Deletion: The most common cause of this error is that the profile has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to administrative actions or system maintenance.
  Incorrect Profile Assignment: The user or role may be assigned a profile that no longer exists in the system.
  Transport Issues: If profiles are transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include the profile or it was deleted in the target system, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Profile Existence: Verify if the profile still exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) or SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the assigned profiles for the user.
  Recreate the Profile: If the profile has been deleted and is necessary for user access, you may need to recreate it. This can be done through transaction PFCG by creating a new profile with the same name and authorizations.
  Role Assignment: If the profile is part of a role, ensure that the role is correctly assigned to the user and that the role contains valid profiles.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the profile was included in the transport request. If it was not, you may need to transport it again.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the profile. Sometimes, the issue may be related to missing authorizations rather than the profile itself.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to profile management or known bugs that might be causing this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and profiles for best practices in managing user authorizations.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.