How To Fix CRM_UI_ROLE_LOG036 - PFCG role &1 to be assigned to user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_UI_ROLE_LOG - Messages for the Role assignment

• Message number: 036

• Message text: PFCG role &1 to be assigned to user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_UI_ROLE_LOG036 - PFCG role &1 to be assigned to user &2 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_UI_ROLE_LOG036 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a PFCG role to a user in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system when a user tries to access a CRM UI component but does not have the necessary role assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Role Not Assigned: The specified PFCG role is not assigned to the user in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the CRM UI.
  Role Deactivation: The role might be inactive or not properly configured.
  User Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user profile or the user master record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign the Role:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG.
  Enter the role name indicated in the error message.
  Check if the role is assigned to the user. If not, assign the role to the user.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Role Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the role is properly configured and active.
  Verify that the necessary authorizations are included in the role.
  
  
  
  User Master Record:
  
  Check the user master record using transaction code SU01.
  Ensure that the user is active and that there are no restrictions on the user profile.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for authorization issues.
  This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the role was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP notes and documentation related to CRM roles and authorizations for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PFCG: This is the transaction code for Role Maintenance in SAP, where you can create, modify, and assign roles.
  SU01: This transaction code is used for User Maintenance, where you can manage user profiles and authorizations.
  SU53: This transaction code is used to analyze authorization failures and can help identify missing authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to CRM roles and authorizations.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.