How To Fix ACC_ROLES020 - Role &1 cannot be registered several times (&2 &3 &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACC_ROLES - Messages for Type Concept Financials

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Role &1 cannot be registered several times (&2 &3 &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_ROLES020 - Role &1 cannot be registered several times (&2 &3 &4) ?

  The SAP error message ACC_ROLES020 indicates that a specific role (denoted by &1) cannot be registered multiple times in the system. This error typically arises in the context of role management within SAP, particularly when dealing with authorization roles in the Access Control module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when there is an attempt to register the same role multiple times in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Role Assignments: The role is already assigned to a user or a group, and there is an attempt to assign it again.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the role management settings that prevent the role from being registered more than once.
  Transport Issues: If roles are being transported between systems, there may be inconsistencies or duplicates in the transport requests.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ACC_ROLES020 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Role Assignments:
  
  Verify if the role is already assigned to the user or group. You can do this by checking the user’s role assignments in transaction SU01 or using transaction PFCG to view the role details.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignments:
  
  If the role is indeed assigned multiple times, remove the duplicate assignments. Ensure that each user or group has the role assigned only once.
  
  
  
  Review Role Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the role in transaction PFCG. Ensure that there are no settings that would cause the role to be treated as a duplicate.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue is related to transport requests, ensure that the role is not being transported multiple times. Check the transport logs for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in role assignments. This can be done using transaction SUIM or other relevant tools.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to role management and the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including role-based access control, to better understand how roles are managed within the system.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.