How To Fix RSEC429 - Profile &1 (&2) does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 429

• Message text: Profile &1 (&2) does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC429 - Profile &1 (&2) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSEC429 indicates that a specific authorization profile does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when a user tries to access a transaction or report that requires a certain authorization profile, but that profile has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Profile: The specified authorization profile (denoted as &1 in the error message) does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Profile Assignment: The user may be assigned a role that references a profile that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful, or the profile may not have been included in the transport request.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the authorization management settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Existence:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check if the authorization profile exists. Navigate to the role that is assigned to the user and verify if the profile is listed under the authorization data.
  
  
  
  Create the Missing Profile:
  
  If the profile does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in transaction PFCG by creating a new role and assigning the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Profile:
  
  If the profile is incorrect or outdated, you may need to assign the correct profile to the user or role. This can also be done in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Transport the Profile:
  
  If the profile was supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request is correctly configured and that the profile is included. You may need to re-transport the profile.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the transaction or report. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization profiles and error RSEC429.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSEC429 error and ensure that the necessary authorization profiles are in place for users to access the required transactions.