How To Fix CNV_PE_S4004 - Roles are not maintained for acc. group &1 ; Maintain entries in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_S4 - Messages for Posting Engine S/4 Content

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Roles are not maintained for acc. group &1 ; Maintain entries in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE_S4004 - Roles are not maintained for acc. group &1 ; Maintain entries in &2 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE_S4004 indicates that there are no roles maintained for a specific account group in the system. This error typically arises during data migration or when trying to perform certain operations that require specific roles to be assigned to account groups.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The account group specified (denoted by &1 in the error message) does not have any roles assigned to it.
  The system is trying to access or process data related to that account group, but it cannot find the necessary role definitions in the specified table (denoted by &2).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the necessary roles for the specified account group. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Identify the Account Group: Note the account group number or name indicated by &1 in the error message.
  
  
  Access the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code that allows you to maintain roles for account groups. This is typically done in the configuration settings for the specific module (e.g., FI, CO).
  You may need to navigate to the relevant area in the SAP Easy Access menu or use transaction codes like OBD2 (for account groups) or SPRO (to access the configuration menu).
  
  
  
  Maintain Roles:
  
  In the configuration settings, find the section where you can assign roles to account groups.
  Add the necessary roles for the specified account group. Ensure that the roles you assign are appropriate for the operations you intend to perform.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Retry the operation that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing account groups and roles in your specific SAP module.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on maintaining account groups and roles.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing these actions has the necessary authorizations to make changes to account groups and roles.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you are unsure about the roles to assign or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_PE_S4004 error and ensure that the necessary roles are maintained for the specified account group.