CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG003 - Grouping criteria could not be saved for user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG - Message Class for the Transport Organizer

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Grouping criteria could not be saved for user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG003 - Grouping criteria could not be saved for user &1 ?

  The SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG003 indicates that the grouping criteria for a user could not be saved in the Change and Transport System (CTS). This error typically arises in the context of managing transport requests and organizing changes in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save the grouping criteria.
  Technical Issues: There may be a technical problem with the transport management system or the underlying database.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the CTS or related transport settings may prevent saving the criteria.
  User Lock: The user might be locked or have an incomplete profile that prevents saving changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify grouping criteria. You can check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context. You can use transaction SM21 to view the system log.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Configuration:
  
  Review the transport configuration settings in transaction STMS. Ensure that the transport routes and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Profile:
  
  Verify that the user profile is complete and not locked. You can check this in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Database Issues:
  
  If there are database issues, consider running database consistency checks or contacting your database administrator.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error. Sometimes, there are patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  STMS - Transport Management System
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SM21 - System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to CTS and transport issues, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG003.