How To Fix /ISDFPS/ROLES004 - Role &1 is not derived from a role


/ISDFPS/ROLES004 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /ISDFPS/ROLES -

  • Message number: 004

  • Message text: Role &1 is not derived from a role

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/ISDFPS/ROLES004 - Details

  • The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ROLES004 Role &1 is not derived from a role typically occurs in the context of SAP's role management, particularly when dealing with the SAP Fiori or SAP S/4HANA environments. This error indicates that the specified role (denoted by &1) is not derived from any other role, which is a requirement for certain operations in the role management process.
    
    Cause: Role Definition: The role you are trying to use or assign does not have a parent role from which it is derived. In SAP, roles can be derived from other roles to inherit authorizations and settings.
    Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the role management settings or the role itself may not have been set up correctly. Transport Issues: If roles are being transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing dependencies.
    Solution: Check Role Configuration: Go to the role maintenance transaction (e.g., PFCG) and check the configuration

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