How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO468 - User settings could not be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO -

• Message number: 468

• Message text: User settings could not be saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO468 - User settings could not be saved ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO468 indicates that user settings could not be saved. This error typically arises due to issues related to user authorizations, system settings, or database constraints. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to save settings in the system.
  Database Constraints: There may be issues with the database that prevent the saving of user settings, such as a lack of space or database locks.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may be corrupted or improperly configured.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings or configurations that are preventing the saving of user settings.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport environment, there may be restrictions on saving changes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to save settings. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization failures.
  Consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Check the database for any issues, such as space constraints or locks. You may need to work with your database administrator to resolve these issues.
  
  
  
  User Profile Reset:
  
  If the user profile is suspected to be corrupted, consider resetting the user profile or creating a new user to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  Review system settings and configurations that might affect user settings. This may involve checking system logs or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the system is in a transport environment, check if there are any restrictions on saving changes. You may need to coordinate with the transport management team.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: To check authorization failures.
  SU01: To manage user profiles.
  ST22: To check for dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  SM21: To review system logs for any related errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_PO468.