How To Fix 5W363 - & & is not a role

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 363

• Message text: & & is not a role

What causes this issue?

The object you have chosen is not a role. Instead, it is a workflow
single-step task.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W363 - & & is not a role ?

  The SAP error message "5W363 & & is not a role" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specified role in the user authorization profile. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to assign a role to a user or when a user attempts to access a transaction that requires a specific role.
  Cause:
  
  Role Does Not Exist: The specified role may not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the role name or the role not being created yet.
  Role Not Assigned: The role may exist but is not assigned to the user or the user group.
  Authorization Issues: There may be issues with the authorization objects that are preventing the role from being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the role was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) and check if the role exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or correct the name.
  
  
  
  Check Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the role is assigned to the user. You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) by entering the user ID and checking the "Roles" tab.
  
  
  
  Correct Role Name:
  
  Double-check for any typos in the role name when trying to assign it or access it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the role was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You can check the transport logs for any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the role is part of a standard SAP package, consult the relevant SAP documentation or support notes for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Groups: If the role is assigned to a user group, ensure that the user is part of that group.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.