How To Fix PFO1049 - No homogeneous definition for role &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFO1 - Messages for Portfolio Assignment

• Message number: 049

• Message text: No homogeneous definition for role &1

What causes this issue?

The attributes (uniqueness, divisible) of role &V1& are not defined
consistently in the specified period.
This means that no reliable check can be made of the assignment object
to be created.

How to fix this error?

Define the role in the period in question consistently.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFO1049 - No homogeneous definition for role &1 ?

  The SAP error message PFO1049, which states "No homogeneous definition for role &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's role management and authorization system. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency or a lack of a uniform definition for the specified role across different systems in a landscape, particularly in a scenario involving a Central User Administration (CUA) or when using multiple clients.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Role Definitions: The role defined in one system (e.g., development) may not have the same attributes, authorizations, or structure as the role in another system (e.g., production).
  Missing Role: The role might not exist in the target system where the authorization check is being performed.
  Transport Issues: If roles were transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to incomplete or inconsistent role definitions.
  Role Deletion or Modification: The role may have been deleted or modified in one system but not in others, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Definitions: Verify that the role exists in all relevant systems and that its definition is consistent across those systems. You can do this by comparing the role in the different systems using transaction codes like PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Transport Roles: If the role is missing or inconsistent, consider transporting the correct version of the role from the development system to the production system using the transport management system (TMS).
  Recreate the Role: If the role is significantly different or corrupted, you may need to recreate it in the affected system.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction code SUIM to run a consistency check on roles and authorizations to identify any discrepancies.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the authorizations assigned to the role are valid and that there are no missing objects or authorizations that could lead to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance and management.
  SUIM: User Information System for checking authorizations and roles.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches and updates.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation and resolution.