How To Fix PPELUICUST005 - Maintain only one standard profile for user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPELUICUST - Messages for Maintaining Profiles in the iPPE WB Express

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Maintain only one standard profile for user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPELUICUST005 - Maintain only one standard profile for user &1 ?

  The SAP error message PPELUICUST005 indicates that there is an issue with the user profile settings in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the system has detected that more than one standard profile is assigned to a user, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user has been assigned multiple standard profiles in the system.
  The system is configured to allow only one standard profile per user for certain functionalities, such as user interface settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that each user has only one standard profile assigned. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the User: Determine which user is causing the error (the user ID will be indicated in the error message as &1).
  
  
  Access User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID and click on the "Change" button.
  
  
  
  Check Profiles:
  
  Navigate to the "Profiles" tab.
  Review the list of profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Remove Extra Profiles:
  
  If you find multiple standard profiles assigned, you need to remove the additional ones.
  Keep only one standard profile that is necessary for the user’s role.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes.
  
  
  Test: Have the user log in again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Standard Profiles: These are predefined profiles in SAP that contain a set of authorizations. They are typically used to simplify user management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that may include necessary authorizations without needing multiple standard profiles.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP security policies for more details on user profile management and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.