How To Fix ACM_SYNTAX055 - Role &1 does not exist or is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM_SYNTAX - ACM: DCL Syntax Error Messages

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Role &1 does not exist or is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX055 - Role &1 does not exist or is not active ?

  The SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX055 indicates that a specific role (denoted by &1) does not exist or is not active in the system. This error typically arises in the context of authorization checks, where the system is unable to find the specified role for a user or process.
  Causes:
  
  Role Does Not Exist: The role specified in the error message may not have been created in the system.
  Role Not Active: The role exists but is not active. This can happen if the role has been deactivated or if it is in a development or testing state.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the role may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the role.
  Transport Issues: If the role was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Incorrect Role Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the role reference.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Role Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) and check if the role exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that it has been transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Activate the Role:
  
  If the role exists but is inactive, activate it in transaction PFCG.
  Ensure that the role is assigned to the appropriate users or user groups.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the role.
  You can check user authorizations using transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and reviewing the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the role was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was imported successfully and is active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Correct Role Reference:
  
  Verify that the role name referenced in the error message is correct. Look for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the role is part of a standard SAP package, consult the relevant SAP documentation or support notes for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator for role management.
  SU01: User Maintenance for checking user roles and authorizations.
  SUIM: User Information System for reporting on user authorizations and roles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific role or authorization errors.
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, to better understand how to manage and troubleshoot authorization issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACM_SYNTAX055 error and ensure that the necessary roles are available and active for users in your SAP system.