How To Fix /SDF/AUTHUPDATE017 - Runtime error in CUA with destination &1 from system &2

/SDF/AUTHUPDATE017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SDF/AUTHUPDATE -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Runtime error in CUA with destination &1 from system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SDF/AUTHUPDATE017 - Runtime error in CUA with destination &1 from system &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SDF/AUTHUPDATE017 Runtime error in CUA with destination &1 from system &2 typically occurs in the context of Central User Administration (CUA) when there is an issue with the authorization update process. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, authorization problems, or system connectivity issues.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the action may not have the necessary authorizations to perform updates in the CUA.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration of the CUA settings or the destination system can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Problems with the connection between the central system and the child system can cause runtime errors.
  System Errors: There may be underlying issues in the destination system that prevent the update from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions in the CUA. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze