How To Fix SUID01201 - User attribute "&3" cannot be maintained in this system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUID01 - Identity Management

• Message number: 201

• Message text: User attribute "&3" cannot be maintained in this system

What causes this issue?

Central User Administration is active in the current system.
In accordance with the field distribution parameters (maintained with
transaction SCUM), the user attribute '&V3&' cannot be maintained in
this system.
Technical Name:
Structure Name: &V1&
Field Name: &V2&

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUID01201 - User attribute "&3" cannot be maintained in this system ?

  The SAP error message SUID01201 indicates that a specific user attribute (denoted by "&3" in the message) cannot be maintained in the current system. This error typically arises in the context of user management and authorization, particularly when dealing with user attributes in the User Information System (SU01) or similar transaction codes.
  Cause:
  
  System Configuration: The attribute you are trying to maintain may not be supported in the current system configuration. This can happen if the attribute is not defined in the system or if the system is set up in a way that restricts access to certain attributes.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to maintain the attribute may not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This can be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Client-Specific Settings: Some attributes may be client-specific, and if the attribute is not available in the current client, you will encounter this error.
  Technical Restrictions: Certain attributes may be restricted due to technical reasons, such as being part of a specific user type or being managed by a different system or module.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain the user attribute. You can do this by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or SU53 (to analyze authorization failures).
  Review System Configuration: Check the system configuration to ensure that the user attribute is defined and can be maintained. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or security team.
  Client Settings: Verify if the attribute is available in the current client. If it is not, you may need to switch to a different client where the attribute is defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific user attribute to understand any restrictions or requirements for maintaining it.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user management include SU01 (User Maintenance), SU10 (Mass User Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  User Attributes: User attributes can include various fields such as user type, roles, profiles, and other custom attributes defined in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on user attributes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SUID01201 error message.