How To Fix CMMD017 - Role & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMD -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Role & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMD017 - Role & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CMMD017 indicates that a specific role does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when a user tries to access a transaction or function that requires a specific role that has not been assigned or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Role Not Assigned: The user does not have the required role assigned to their user profile.
  Role Deletion: The role may have been deleted or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Role Name: There may be a typo or incorrect role name being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the role.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Assignment:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID and check the roles assigned to the user.
  If the required role is missing, you can assign it if you have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to check if the role exists in the system.
  If the role does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Correct Role Name:
  
  Ensure that the role name being referenced is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. This may involve checking the authorization objects associated with the role.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the role was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was transported successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or security administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on role management and authorization concepts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to role management and the CMMD017 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CMMD017 error and implement the appropriate solution.