How To Fix 5W068 - Role or rule does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Role or rule does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W068 - Role or rule does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5W068, which states "Role or rule does not exist," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a role or authorization object that is not defined in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing roles, incorrect user assignments, or issues with the authorization profile.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Role: The role that the user is trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the necessary role in their user profile.
  Transport Issues: If roles were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Profile Issues: The authorization profile associated with the role may not be correctly configured or may be missing.
  Role Name Typo: There could be a typographical error in the role name being referenced.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Role Existence:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check if the role exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Assign Roles to User:
  
  Ensure that the user has been assigned the necessary roles. You can do this using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user’s role assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If roles were recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Profiles:
  
  Verify that the authorization profiles associated with the role are correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the role name for any typographical errors. Ensure that the correct role name is being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding how roles and authorizations work in SAP can help in troubleshooting these types of issues. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.