How To Fix PFL_API020 - Change in profile &1: Parameter: &2, value: &3, delete: &4

PFL_API020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFL_API - A1S/CTC-API Error Messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Change in profile &1: Parameter: &2, value: &3, delete: &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFL_API020 - Change in profile &1: Parameter: &2, value: &3, delete: &4 ?

  The SAP error message PFL_API020 typically relates to issues with profile parameters in the SAP system. This message indicates that there is a problem with changing a profile parameter, and it provides specific details about the parameter that is being modified.
  
  Cause:
  The error message PFL_API020 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Invalid Parameter Name: The parameter name specified in the error message may not exist or may be misspelled.
  Incorrect Value: The value being assigned to the parameter may not be valid or may not conform to the expected data type or range.
  Deletion Issues: If the error indicates a deletion, it may be that the parameter cannot be deleted due to dependencies or restrictions in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to make the change may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the profile parameters.
  Profile Locking: The profile being modified may be locked or in use by another process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the