How To Fix SUID01205 - Local user &1 cannot be distributed to the CUA child system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUID01 - Identity Management

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Local user &1 cannot be distributed to the CUA child system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUID01205 - Local user &1 cannot be distributed to the CUA child system ?

  The SAP error message SUID01205 indicates that a local user cannot be distributed to the Central User Administration (CUA) child system. This error typically arises in environments where Central User Administration is used to manage users across multiple SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  User Not Created in Child System: The user may not exist in the child system where the distribution is attempted.
  User Type Restrictions: The user type (e.g., dialog, service) may not be allowed for distribution to the child system.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the distribution may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify users in the child system.
  Inconsistent User Data: There may be inconsistencies in the user data that prevent successful distribution.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as network problems or configuration errors in the CUA setup.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SUID01205 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Existence: Ensure that the user exists in the child system. If not, create the user manually or check the distribution settings.
  
  
  Verify User Type: Confirm that the user type is compatible with the child system's configuration. If necessary, change the user type to one that is allowed.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the distribution has the necessary authorizations in both the central and child systems. This includes roles related to user administration.
  
  
  Check User Data: Review the user data for any inconsistencies or missing information that might prevent distribution. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  CUA Configuration: Verify the CUA configuration settings to ensure that they are correctly set up for user distribution. Check the CUA settings in transaction SU01 and SU10.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Check the system logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Test Distribution: After making the necessary changes, attempt to distribute the user again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SU10 - Mass User Maintenance
  SU12 - User Administration
  SU01D - Display User
  SUIM - User Information System
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Central User Administration for detailed guidance on user management and distribution processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to CUA and user distribution.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SUID01205 error in your SAP environment.