How To Fix GHO_FC_MANAGE_ACES039 - User Group ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_FC_MANAGE_ACES - Message class for Manage Access

• Message number: 039

• Message text: User Group ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_FC_MANAGE_ACES039 - User Group ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GHO_FC_MANAGE_ACES039 indicates that the user group ID specified in the operation does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when trying to manage access control entries (ACEs) for a user group that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent User Group: The user group ID you are trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the user group ID entered.
  Deleted User Group: The user group may have been deleted or is no longer active.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage the specified user group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify User Group ID:
  
  Check the user group ID for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the user group ID is correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Check User Group Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or SU02 (Profile Maintenance) to check if the user group exists.
  Navigate to the relevant section to see if the user group is listed.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore User Group:
  
  If the user group does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction SU01 or SU02.
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it if you have a backup or if it can be recreated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to manage user groups.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user to confirm they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing user groups and access control.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU02: Profile Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to check roles associated with user groups)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to user group management.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance, or consult SAP support for more specific guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and manage user groups effectively in your SAP system.