How To Fix /ISDFPS/ROLES074 - No roles were changed; &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ROLES -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: No roles were changed; &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ROLES074 - No roles were changed; &4 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ROLES074 No roles were changed; &4 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Data Foundation or SAP Data Intelligence when attempting to manage roles or permissions. This message indicates that the system did not find any changes to the roles that were supposed to be modified or updated.
  Cause:
  
  No Changes Made: The most common cause of this error is that the roles you are trying to change have not been modified. This could happen if the same role is being applied again without any actual changes.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The roles you are trying to assign may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the role change may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the roles.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the way roles are defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Changes: Ensure that you are actually making changes to the roles. Check if the roles you are trying to modify have any new attributes or permissions that need to be applied.
  Check Role Existence: Confirm that the roles you are trying to change exist in the system and are correctly defined.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user executing the role change has the necessary authorizations to modify roles. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access.
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to role management in your specific SAP environment for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to role management and the specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Profile Generator) for role management, which can help you navigate and troubleshoot role-related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.