How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD005 - Application parameter 'Role' is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Application parameter 'Role' is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD005 - Application parameter 'Role' is missing ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD005 indicates that the application parameter 'Role' is missing when trying to launch a specific application or transaction in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Fiori Launchpad or when using certain applications that require specific roles to be defined.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The user does not have the necessary role assigned in the SAP system that is required to access the application.
  Incorrect Configuration: The application might not be correctly configured in the launchpad, leading to missing parameters.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to access the application or the role associated with it.
  Parameter Misconfiguration: The application might be called without the necessary parameters, or the parameters might not be correctly defined in the launchpad configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate role assigned in the SAP system. You can do this by checking the user’s