How To Fix S_UNIFIED_CON_API206 - Saving Alias &1 for PARGUID &2 and ICF Name &3 failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_UNIFIED_CON_API - Messages for API for Unified Connectivity

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Saving Alias &1 for PARGUID &2 and ICF Name &3 failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON_API206 - Saving Alias &1 for PARGUID &2 and ICF Name &3 failed. ?

  The SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON_API206 indicates that there was a failure when trying to save an alias for a specific PARGUID (which typically refers to a user or role) and an ICF (Internet Communication Framework) name. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to user management, role assignments, or configuration of services in the SAP system.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to save the alias may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Database Issues: There may be a problem with the database connection or the database itself, preventing the save operation from completing successfully.
  Configuration Errors: There could be misconfigurations in the ICF services or the alias being created.
  Existing Alias Conflict: An alias with the same name might already exist, leading to a conflict.
  System Lock: The system might be in a state where it is locked for changes, possibly due to a transport or maintenance activity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify aliases. You can check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Review ICF Configuration: Verify the configuration of the ICF service. You can do this in transaction SICF. Ensure that the service is active and correctly configured.
  Check for Existing Aliases: Look for any existing aliases that might conflict with the one you are trying to create. You can use transaction SICF to search for existing entries.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure it is functioning correctly. You may need to consult with your database administrator if there are issues.
  System Lock Check: Ensure that there are no ongoing transport or maintenance activities that might be locking the system. You can check the transport logs or consult with your Basis team.
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SICF - ICF Service Maintenance
  SM21 - System Log
  SLG1 - Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user management and ICF services for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.