How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG153 - PFCG role &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: PFCG role &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG153 - PFCG role &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG153 PFCG role &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a PFCG (Profile Generator) role that is not found in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when configuring access control or identity management.
  Cause:
  
  Role Deletion: The specified role may have been deleted or never created in the system.
  Incorrect Role Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the configuration where the role is referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful, or the role may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the role, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG and check if the role exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Check Role Name:
  
  Ensure that the role name referenced in the error message is correct. Look for any typos or discrepancies in the naming.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the role was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the role was included.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You may need to adjust the user's authorizations or roles.
  
  
  
  Role Creation:
  
  If the role does not exist and is required, create the role using transaction PFCG. Define the necessary authorizations and assign it to the relevant users or groups.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect that there may be inconsistencies in the system, consider running consistency checks or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user roles)
  SUIM: User Information System (to analyze user authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.