How To Fix ACM_SYNTAX068 - Role &1 is used in role &2 in DCL &3

ACM_SYNTAX068 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Role &1 is used in role &2 in DCL &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX068 - Role &1 is used in role &2 in DCL &3 ?

  The SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX068 indicates that there is a syntax issue related to the use of roles in a Data Control Language (DCL) statement. Specifically, it suggests that a role (denoted as &1) is being used within another role (denoted as &2) in the context of a DCL (denoted as &3). This typically occurs in the context of authorization management in SAP systems, particularly when defining roles and their relationships.
  
  Cause:
  
  Role Nesting Issues: The error often arises when a role is being referenced within another role in a way that is not allowed by the system's syntax rules. This could be due to incorrect nesting or referencing of roles.
  Incorrect Role Definition: The role being referenced may not be defined correctly or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be issues with the authorizations assigned to the roles, leading to conflicts or incorrect references.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Definitions: Verify that both