How To Fix /ISDFPS/RSUSERANL018 - Role &1 could not be assigned to user &2 since it does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/RSUSERANL -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Role &1 could not be assigned to user &2 since it does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/RSUSERANL018 - Role &1 could not be assigned to user &2 since it does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/RSUSERANL018 indicates that there is an issue with assigning a role to a user because the specified role does not exist in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Role: The role specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo in the role name or the role not being created yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to assign the role may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign that role.
  Role Deletion: The role may have been deleted or is in a transport that has not yet been imported into the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) and check if the role exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or correct the role name in the assignment process.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the role name when attempting to assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  Role Creation:
  
  If the role does not exist, you can create it in transaction PFCG. Make sure to define the necessary authorizations and menu items as required.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user who is trying to assign the role has the necessary authorizations to do so. This may involve checking their own roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the role was recently created or modified, ensure that the transport request containing the role has been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  System Consistency:
  
  If you suspect that the role should exist but does not, you may need to check for system consistency or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that there are no underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user assignments)
  SUIM: User Information System (to check roles assigned to users)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to role assignment errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on role management and user authorizations for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully assign the role to the user.