How To Fix CM_EHFND_WFF_BASE000 - PFCG role &1 cannot be resolved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_WFF_BASE - Messages from Workflow Base Adapter

• Message number: 000

• Message text: PFCG role &1 cannot be resolved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_WFF_BASE000 - PFCG role &1 cannot be resolved ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_WFF_BASE000 indicates that a PFCG role (Profile Generator role) cannot be resolved. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or when trying to assign roles to users in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Role Does Not Exist: The specified PFCG role does not exist in the system or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to access the role may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign the role.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process, leading to the role not being available in the target system.
  Role Name Typo: There might be a typo in the role name being referenced.
  Role Not Activated: The role may exist but has not been activated or generated properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Role Existence:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check if the role exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You can check this using transaction SU53 after attempting to access the role.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the role was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You can use transaction SE09 or SE10 to review transport requests.
  
  
  
  Correct Role Name:
  
  Double-check the role name for any typos or incorrect references. Ensure that the name is exactly as it appears in the PFCG.
  
  
  
  Role Activation:
  
  If the role exists but is not activated, go to transaction PFCG, enter the role name, and ensure that it is activated. You may need to generate the profile associated with the role.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes roles have dependencies on other roles or authorizations. Ensure that all dependent roles are also available and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on role management and authorization concepts for a better understanding of how roles are structured and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into system-specific configurations or issues.