How To Fix UPB061 - Settings were deleted for all users

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB - BPS: Balance sheet planning messages

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Settings were deleted for all users

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB061 - Settings were deleted for all users ?

  The SAP error message UPB061, which states "Settings were deleted for all users," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation (BPC) environments. This error indicates that the settings or configurations that were previously defined for users have been removed or are no longer available.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: Settings may have been manually deleted by an administrator or through a configuration change.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production), it might have led to the deletion of user-specific settings.
  System Upgrade or Migration: An upgrade or migration of the SAP system could lead to the loss of certain configurations if not handled properly.
  Database Issues: Corruption or issues in the underlying database could also lead to the loss of settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Restore Settings: If you have a backup of the settings, restore them from the backup. This is often the quickest way to resolve the issue.
  Reconfigure User Settings: If no backup is available, you may need to manually reconfigure the settings for the affected users.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to identify what changes were made and if they inadvertently removed user settings.
  Review System Changes: Investigate any recent changes to the system, including upgrades or migrations, to determine if they could have caused the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of BPC you are using for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to error UPB061. SAP frequently publishes notes that address known issues and provide solutions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the users have the correct roles and authorizations to access the settings. Sometimes, the error may be related to authorization issues rather than actual deletion.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the deletion of settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the UPB061 error in your SAP environment.