How To Fix PFL_API112 - Unknown profile type &1

PFL_API112 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Unknown profile type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFL_API112 - Unknown profile type &1 ?

  The SAP error message PFL_API112 Unknown profile type &1 typically occurs when there is an issue with the profile type being referenced in a function or transaction related to user profiles, such as user authorizations or system settings. The error indicates that the system does not recognize the profile type specified, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Profile Type: The profile type specified in the transaction or function call does not exist or is misspelled.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize certain profile types, possibly due to missing or incomplete configuration settings.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may be referencing an invalid or non-existent profile type.
  Transport Issues: If the profile types were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Profile Type: Verify the profile type being