How To Fix FTBU587 - Role type does not exist for role category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTBU - Conversion: Treasury partner CBP messages

• Message number: 587

• Message text: Role type does not exist for role category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTBU587 - Role type does not exist for role category &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTBU587 indicates that there is an issue with a role type that is not recognized or does not exist for the specified role category. This error typically arises in the context of SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) or when managing user roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Role Type: The role type specified in the system does not match any of the defined role types in the system configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The role category may not have been properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of the expected role type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the role type or category being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the role types were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) and verify the role types defined in the system.
  Ensure that the role type you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Category:
  
  Check the configuration for the role category in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the role category is correctly set up to include the role type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or incorrect values in the role type or category fields.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the role types were recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  If necessary, re-transport the relevant role types or categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to role management and configuration for any additional insights or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG - Profile Generator for role management.
  SU01 - User maintenance, where roles are assigned to users.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP GRC documentation for best practices in role management and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FTBU587 error message.