How To Fix UE050 - Object &2 was assigned to user &1 (key -> long text)

UE050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UE - Messages in the user and authorizations environment

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Object &2 was assigned to user &1 (key -> long text)

What causes this issue?

The following application reference was generated:
User:,,,,&V1&
Application Object:,,&V2&
Key:,,,,&V3&&V4&

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

UE050 - Details

• The SAP error message UE050 indicates that a specific object (like a role, authorization, or profile) has been assigned to a user, and it typically arises in the context of user administration and authorization management. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error message:
  
  Cause:
  
  Object Assignment: The error occurs when there is an attempt to assign an object (e.g., a role or authorization profile) to a user who already has that object assigned. This can happen during user role assignment or when trying to modify user authorizations.
  Duplicate Entries: The system detects that the object is already linked to the user, leading to a conflict or redundancy.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can also arise due to insufficient authorizations to make changes to user assignments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles and authorizations already assigned to the user