How To Fix /ISDFPS/ROLES200 - Source and target roles are identical (role: &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ROLES -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Source and target roles are identical (role: &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ROLES200 - Source and target roles are identical (role: &1) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ROLES200 indicates that there is an issue with the source and target roles being identical during a role assignment or transport process in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) or when managing user roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to assign or transport a role where the source and target roles are the same. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Role Transport: When trying to transport a role from one system to another, if the source and target roles are the same, the system will throw this error.
  Role Assignment: When assigning roles to users, if the same role is being assigned as both the source and target, the system will not allow this operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Role Assignment: Ensure that you are not trying to assign the same role as both the source and target. Modify your assignment to use different roles if necessary.
  
  
  Role Transport: If you are transporting roles, verify that the source and target roles are indeed different. If they are the same, you may need to adjust your transport request or the roles involved.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs during a specific process, review the configuration settings in the GRC or role management area to ensure that the processes are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to role management and the specific transaction or process you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance) for managing roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  GRC Configuration: If you are using SAP GRC, review the configuration settings related to role management and user access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your role management tasks in SAP.