How To Fix ACM_UI071 - Used in &1 Role(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM_UI - Message-Class for all ACM-UIs

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Used in &1 Role(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM_UI071 - Used in &1 Role(s) ?

  The SAP error message ACM_UI071, which states "Used in &1 Role(s)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Access Control module, particularly when dealing with role management and user access assignments. This message indicates that a particular object (like a role, transaction, or authorization) is currently being used in one or more roles, which may prevent certain actions such as deletion or modification.
  Cause:
  
  Role Assignment: The object you are trying to modify or delete is assigned to one or more roles in the system.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that are preventing the action you are attempting.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check the roles that are using the object. You can search for the object in the role maintenance screen to see where it is assigned.
  If you need to delete or modify the object, you may first need to remove it from the roles where it is being used.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Assignments:
  
  If the object is no longer needed in the roles, you can edit the roles to remove the object.
  After making the necessary changes, save the roles and try your action again.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any other dependencies or linked objects that might be causing the issue. This may involve reviewing other roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG (Role Maintenance) is the primary transaction for managing roles in SAP.
  SU01 (User Maintenance) can be used to check user assignments to roles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to the error message ACM_UI071. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACM_UI071 error and manage your roles and authorizations effectively.