How To Fix SAML2083 - Profile &1 is not active or known in client &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAML2 - SAML2 Nachrichten

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Profile &1 is not active or known in client &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAML2083 - Profile &1 is not active or known in client &2 ?

  The SAP error message SAML2083 indicates that a specific SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) profile is not active or recognized in the specified client. This error typically arises in the context of Single Sign-On (SSO) configurations using SAML in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Profile: The SAML profile specified in the error message is not activated in the SAP system for the client you are working in.
  Incorrect Profile Name: The profile name provided may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Client-Specific Configuration: The profile may not be configured for the specific client you are using, which can happen if the profile was set up in a different client.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the SAML profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Activation:
  
  Go to transaction SAML2 in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the SAML 2.0 Configuration section.
  Check if the profile mentioned in the error message is listed and activated for the current client.
  
  
  
  Activate the Profile:
  
  If the profile is not active, you can activate it by selecting the profile and choosing the option to activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Profile Name:
  
  Ensure that the profile name is correctly spelled and matches the one configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Client Configuration:
  
  If the profile is configured in a different client, you may need to transport the configuration to the current client or set it up again in the current client.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the SAML profile. This may involve checking roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SAML configurations for any additional steps or considerations specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAML Configuration: Understanding how SAML works in SAP and the specific configurations required for SSO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on SAML configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SAML2 for SAML configuration and SU01 for user management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.