How To Fix SECURITY_POLICY011 - Changes were not saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECURITY_POLICY - Error Messages: Configuration of Security Policies

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Changes were not saved

What causes this issue?

At least one of the security policies contains an error.

System Response

No changes have been saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the error. You can use the log overview that appears after
saving to identify the security policies with errors from the cor
responding indication in the tree overview.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECURITY_POLICY011 - Changes were not saved ?

  The SAP error message SECURITY_POLICY011: Changes were not saved typically occurs when there are issues related to security policies in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to modify user roles, profiles, or security settings.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to make changes may not have the necessary authorizations to modify security policies or roles.
  Locked Objects: The objects or roles being modified may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes from being saved.
  Validation Errors: There may be validation rules in place that are not being met, causing the system to reject the changes.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues within the SAP system that are preventing changes from being saved.
  Transport Issues: If changes are being made in a development environment and need to be transported to production, there may be issues with the transport request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to security policies. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Unlock Objects: If the objects are locked, check who has locked them using transaction SM12 and unlock them if appropriate.
  Review Validation Rules: Check for any validation rules that may be preventing the changes from being saved. This may involve reviewing the configuration settings or consulting with a security administrator.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration for any issues that may be causing the error. This may involve checking system logs or consulting with a Basis administrator.
  Transport Management: If the changes need to be transported, ensure that the transport request is correctly configured and that there are no issues with the transport system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to security policies and user management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.