How To Fix UCUM020 - Assignments of cutoff tasks are ambiguous with regards to roles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCUM - Messages for Monitor

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Assignments of cutoff tasks are ambiguous with regards to roles

What causes this issue?

Several roles are assigned to your user profile, to which different
cutoff tasks are assigned using the personalization object <AB>
R_BCS_LIMITED_TASKGROUP</>. However, the system must be able to
determine a cutoff task uniquely in order to work with cutoff tasks in
the monitor.

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?

Check the roles contained in your user profile with regard to the
assigned cutoff tasks in role maintenance (personalization object
<AB>R_BCS_LIMITED_TASKGROUP</>). Make sure that the system can uniquely
determine a cutoff task and, if required, change the assigned cutoff
tasks appropriately.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCUM020 - Assignments of cutoff tasks are ambiguous with regards to roles ?

  The SAP error message UCUM020, which states "Assignments of cutoff tasks are ambiguous with regards to roles," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Cutover Management or similar processes where tasks are assigned to users or roles. This error indicates that there is a conflict or ambiguity in the assignment of tasks to roles, which can prevent the system from determining the correct user or role to assign to a specific task.
  Cause:
  
  Ambiguous Role Assignments: The system has detected that multiple roles could potentially fulfill the requirements for a specific cutoff task, leading to confusion about which role should be assigned.
  Missing Role Definitions: There may be roles that are not properly defined or linked to the tasks, causing the system to be unable to determine the correct assignment.
  Duplicate Role Assignments: If the same role is assigned to multiple users or if multiple roles are assigned to the same user for the same task, it can create ambiguity.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the cutoff tasks or roles within the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Role Assignments: Check the role assignments for the cutoff tasks in question. Ensure that each task is clearly assigned to a single role or user to eliminate ambiguity.
  Clarify Role Definitions: Make sure that the roles are well-defined and that there are no overlaps in responsibilities that could lead to confusion.
  Remove Duplicates: If there are duplicate role assignments, remove them to ensure that each task has a unique role associated with it.
  Adjust Task Configuration: Review the configuration of the cutoff tasks to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on managing roles and tasks within the context of your SAP environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that tasks are being assigned correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.