How To Fix WSS014 - Error deleting the profle


WSS014 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WSS - Web Services Security

  • Message number: 014

  • Message text: Error deleting the profle

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSS014 - Error deleting the profle ?
    SAP Error Message:
    WSS014 - Error deleting the profile
    
    
    Cause: The error message WSS014 typically occurs when there is an issue deleting a user profile in SAP. This can happen due to several reasons, including: The profile is currently assigned to a user or role and cannot be deleted. The profile is locked or in use by another process. Insufficient authorizations to delete the profile. Database inconsistencies or technical issues preventing the deletion. The profile might be a standard SAP profile that is protected and cannot be deleted.
    Solution: To resolve the WSS014 error, you can try the following steps: Check Profile Assignment: Verify if the profile is assigned to any users or roles. Use transaction SU01 or PFCG to check user assignments. Remove the profile from all users/roles before attempting deletion. Check Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if the profile is locked by any process. If locked, wait for the lock to be released or contact the user/process holding the lock. Authorization Check: Ensure you have the

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