How To Fix AQ682 - Incorrect SAP Query user group assigned to role &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 682

• Message text: Incorrect SAP Query user group assigned to role &1

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The role was assigned an SAP user group from the standard area. The
role should, however, permit the development of SAP queries. For this,
a user group from the global area must be assigned.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ682 - Incorrect SAP Query user group assigned to role &1 ?

  The SAP error message AQ682, which states "Incorrect SAP Query user group assigned to role &1," typically occurs when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration related to the user groups assigned to a specific role in the SAP system. This error is often encountered when users attempt to execute queries that are not properly linked to the user groups defined in their roles.
  Cause:
  
  User Group Assignment: The user group assigned to the role does not exist or is incorrectly configured.
  Role Configuration: The role may not have the necessary authorizations or may not be properly set up to access the required SAP Query user groups.
  Missing User Group: The user group that the query is trying to access may not be assigned to the user or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the user group assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Group Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Find the role indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Check the "User Groups" tab to ensure that the correct user groups are assigned to the role.
  
  
  
  Verify User Group Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SQ01 (SAP Query) to check if the user group exists.
  If the user group does not exist, you may need to create it or assign a different existing user group.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the role has the necessary authorizations to access the SAP Query user groups.
  You may need to adjust the authorizations in the role to include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the role was transported, check for any inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  You may need to re-transport the role or manually adjust the user group assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to SAP Query and user group management for any specific guidelines or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Group Management: Familiarize yourself with how user groups are managed in SAP, including creation, assignment, and authorization concepts.
  Role Maintenance: Understanding the role maintenance process in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.