How To Fix SUSR_CUA_TOOLS008 - Distribution parameter &1 is set to value "Local" (SCUM)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUSR_CUA_TOOLS - Additional Tools for Central User Administration

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Distribution parameter &1 is set to value "Local" (SCUM)

What causes this issue?

CASE &V2&
WHEN '01'
The system is a central system of the Central User Administration (CUA).
By setting the distribution parameters in transaction SCUM for &V1&, you
can assign roles to local users only. This means that a cross-system
evaluation of &V1& is irrelevant. Instead of using report
RSUSR_SYSINFO_ROLE, use report RSUSR002.
WHEN '02'
The system is a central system of the Central User Administration (CUA).
By setting the distribution parameters in transaction SCUM for &V1&, you
can assign profiles to local users only. This means that a cross-system
evaluation of &V1& is irrelevant. Instead of using report
RSUSR_SYSINFO_PROFILE , use report RSUSR002.
ENDCASE

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUSR_CUA_TOOLS008 - Distribution parameter &1 is set to value "Local" (SCUM) ?

  The SAP error message SUSR_CUA_TOOLS008 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution parameter for the Central User Administration (CUA) setup in your SAP system. Specifically, it states that the distribution parameter is set to "Local" for the system that is part of a CUA landscape, which is not the expected configuration.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the distribution parameter for a child system in a CUA setup is incorrectly set to "Local." In a CUA environment, child systems should be configured to allow for central user management, which typically means that the distribution parameter should be set to "Central" or "Remote" instead of "Local." 
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to change the distribution parameter for the affected child system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the CUA Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 or SU10 in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the CUA configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check the Distribution Parameter:
  
  Use transaction code SCUM to access the CUA management screen.
  Select the child system that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Change the Distribution Parameter:
  
  In the CUA settings for the child system, locate the distribution parameter.
  Change the setting from "Local" to "Central" or "Remote" as appropriate for your configuration.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After updating the parameter, test the CUA functionality to ensure that user distribution and management are working as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CUA Overview: Central User Administration (CUA) allows for centralized management of user accounts across multiple SAP systems. It simplifies user administration by allowing administrators to create and manage users in one central system.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCUM: CUA Management
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring CUA and understanding the implications of different distribution parameters.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after making these changes, consider checking the system logs for additional error messages or consulting with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.