How To Fix ACM_UI118 - Role: '&1' has no persisted ABAP artifacts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Role: '&1' has no persisted ABAP artifacts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM_UI118 - Role: '&1' has no persisted ABAP artifacts ?

  The SAP error message ACM_UI118 indicates that the specified role (denoted by &1) does not have any persisted ABAP artifacts associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Authorization Management or when working with the SAP Fiori Launchpad, where roles are used to manage access to various applications and services.
  Cause:
  
  No ABAP Artifacts Assigned: The role in question has not been assigned any ABAP objects (like transactions, reports, or programs) that are persisted in the system.
  Role Configuration Issue: The role may have been created or modified incorrectly, leading to a lack of associated ABAP artifacts.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing artifacts.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the way roles are managed in your SAP environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Assignment: Verify that the role has the necessary ABAP artifacts assigned. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the role in transaction PFCG.
  Checking the "Menu" and "Authorizations" tabs to ensure that the required transactions or reports are included.
  
  
  
  Add ABAP Artifacts: If the role is missing necessary artifacts, you can add them:
  
  In transaction PFCG, select the role and go to the "Menu" tab.
  Add the required transactions or reports to the role.
  Save and generate the profile.
  
  
  
  Transport the Role: If the role was supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role and its associated artifacts.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to role management and authorization issues for any specific 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 might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and object management, to better understand how to manage and troubleshoot roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.