How To Fix PPEGUI818 - The profile &1 cannot be assigned to profile &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEGUI - Message Interface

• Message number: 818

• Message text: The profile &1 cannot be assigned to profile &2

What causes this issue?

You have specified the profile &v1& with <LS>Tree ID Navigation Tree</>
for the profile &v2& in the field <LS>Assignment Tree Profile</>. The
entry is not allowed.

System Response

The entry was reset.

How to fix this error?

Enter a profile with <LS>Tree ID Application Tree</> in the field
<LS>Assignment Tree Profile.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEGUI818 - The profile &1 cannot be assigned to profile &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPEGUI818 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of one profile to another in the context of SAP's Profile Management, often related to the configuration of user authorizations or roles.
  Cause:
  The error message "The profile &1 cannot be assigned to profile &2" typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Profiles: The profiles being assigned may not be compatible with each other. This can happen if the profiles have conflicting authorizations or if one profile is not designed to be a subordinate of the other.
  
  
  Profile Type Mismatch: The profiles may belong to different types or categories that do not allow for hierarchical assignment.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to make the assignment may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Profile Locking: The profile being assigned may be locked or in use by another process, preventing changes.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the assignment of profiles.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error PPEGUI818, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Profile Compatibility: Review the profiles involved to ensure they are compatible. Check the documentation or configuration settings to understand the relationships between the profiles.
  
  
  Review Profile Types: Ensure that the profiles are of the correct type and that they can be assigned to each other. 
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to assign profiles. You may need to consult with your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Unlock Profiles: If the profile is locked, you may need to unlock it or wait until it is no longer in use.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consider reviewing the system configuration or consulting with an SAP Basis or security expert to identify any underlying issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PFCG (Profile Generator) to manage roles and profiles.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on profile management and authorization concepts.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.