How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG105 - Position &1 does not exist or is not valid for partner role code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Position &1 does not exist or is not valid for partner role code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG105 - Position &1 does not exist or is not valid for partner role code &2 ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG105 Position &1 does not exist or is not valid for partner role code &2 typically occurs in the context of Identity Access Management (IAM) or when dealing with organizational management in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid position associated with a specific partner role code.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Position: The position specified by &1 does not exist in the system or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Partner Role Code: The partner role code &2 may not be correctly configured or may not correspond to the specified position.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the partner roles and positions in the IAM module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified position or partner role.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Position: Check if the position &1 exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant organizational management transaction (e.g., PPOM or PPOSE) and searching for the position.
  Check Partner Role Configuration: Ensure that the partner role code &2 is correctly configured in the system. This can be done by reviewing the configuration settings in the IAM module.
  Update Configuration: If the position or partner role is incorrect, update the configuration to reflect the correct values.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the position and partner role. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to IAM configuration for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOM (Display Organization and Staffing) or PPOSE (Display Organizational Structure) to check positions and roles.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.