How To Fix STEP030 - Profile identification &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Profile identification &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP030 - Profile identification &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "STEP030 Profile identification &1 does not exist" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified profile in the user master data or authorization profile. This can happen in various contexts, such as during user logon, role assignment, or when executing certain transactions that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile: The profile specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to deletion, incorrect configuration, or a typo in the profile name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified profile.
  Profile Assignment: The profile may not be correctly assigned to the user or role.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check if the profile exists.
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to verify if the profile is assigned to the relevant role.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Profile:
  
  If the profile does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code PFCG or restore it if it was deleted.
  Ensure that the profile is correctly configured with the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Profile Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the correct profiles assigned. In SU01, check the "Profiles" tab for the user and add the necessary profiles if they are missing.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the profile was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the profile. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific profile or transaction to ensure there are no additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific profile or error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that user roles are properly defined and that profiles are correctly assigned to those roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.