How To Fix XMS_ADM640 - Error during user switch (principal propagation procedure). &1&2&3&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_ADM - XMS - Administration

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Error during user switch (principal propagation procedure). &1&2&3&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_ADM640 - Error during user switch (principal propagation procedure). &1&2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message XMS_ADM640 indicates that there was an error during a user switch, specifically in the context of principal propagation. This typically occurs in scenarios where a user is trying to access resources or perform actions that require a switch to a different user context, often in environments that utilize Single Sign-On (SSO) or when integrating with external systems.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The principal propagation settings may not be correctly configured in the SAP system or in the external system (like an application server or a web server).
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the user switch.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external system.
  Missing or Incorrect User Mapping: The mapping between the users in the SAP system and the external system may be incorrect or missing.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with