How To Fix /PLMB/AUTH_ACC069 - At least one description must remain in access control context &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/AUTH_ACC -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: At least one description must remain in access control context &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ACC069 - At least one description must remain in access control context &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ACC069 indicates that there is an issue with the access control settings in the SAP system, specifically related to the descriptions associated with access control contexts. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify an access control context, and the system requires at least one description to remain active.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to delete or modify all descriptions in an access control context, which is not allowed.
  The system requires at least one description to be present for the access control context to function properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Access Control Context: 
  
  Navigate to the access control context in question.
  Ensure that at least one description is active and not being deleted or modified to an empty state.
  
  
  
  Modify Descriptions:
  
  If you need to change or delete descriptions, make sure to leave at least one description intact.
  You can add a new description if necessary, ensuring that the context remains valid.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Settings:
  
  Check the authorization settings related to the access control context to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Make sure that the user or role attempting to make changes has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing access control contexts and descriptions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the access control context to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to access control, such as PFCG (Role Maintenance) or SU01 (User Maintenance), as they may help in managing roles and authorizations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that at least one description remains in the access control context, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your tasks in the SAP system.