How To Fix ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION017 - Reference roles do not exist. Authorization check cannot be performed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION - ESH: Checking for authorizations

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Reference roles do not exist. Authorization check cannot be performed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION017 - Reference roles do not exist. Authorization check cannot be performed ?

  The SAP error message ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION017 indicates that there is an issue with authorization checks related to reference roles in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to find the necessary reference roles that are required for performing a specific action or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Roles: The primary cause of this error is that the reference roles that are supposed to be assigned to the user or the transaction do not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not have the correct roles assigned, or the roles may not be properly configured.
  Authorization Objects: The authorization objects associated with the roles may not be defined correctly or may be missing.
  Transport Issues: If roles were recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the roles to not be created or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Existence: Verify that the reference roles mentioned in the error message exist in the system. You can do this by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG) and checking for the roles.
  Role Assignment: Ensure that the user has been assigned the necessary roles. You can check this in the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) by reviewing the roles assigned to the user.
  Review Authorization Objects: Check the authorization objects associated with the roles to ensure they are correctly defined and that the user has the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Check: If the roles were recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the roles were successfully imported into the target system.
  Consult Security Team: If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult your SAP security team or basis team for assistance. They can help in troubleshooting the authorization issues and ensuring that the roles are correctly set up.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check authorizations)
  
  
  Authorization Concept: Familiarize yourself with the SAP authorization concept, which includes roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION017 error message.