How To Fix 69879 - Role & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 879

• Message text: Role & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69879 - Role & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "69879 Role & does not exist" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific role that is being referenced in a transaction or process. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to assign a role to a user or when accessing a transaction that requires a specific role.
  Cause:
  
  Role Not Created: The role that is being referenced has not been created in the system.
  Role Deleted: The role may have been deleted or is no longer active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the role.
  Incorrect Role Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the role reference.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) and check if the role exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Role:
  
  If the role is missing, create a new role or restore it from a backup if available.
  Ensure that the role has the necessary authorizations assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Name:
  
  Double-check the role name for any typos or incorrect references in the transaction or program.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or SU53 (Authorization Check).
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the role was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport was successful.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific role or transaction to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator for role management.
  SU01: User Maintenance for user-related authorizations.
  SU53: Authorization Check to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Understanding how roles and authorizations work in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting this error. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorizations in SAP.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.