How To Fix /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE001 - Role &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Role &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE001 - Role &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE001 Role &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific authorization role that is required for the user to perform a certain action or access a particular transaction. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) or other modules where role-based access control is implemented.
  Cause:
  
  Role Not Assigned: The user does not have the required role assigned in their user profile.
  Role Deletion: The role may have been deleted or is no longer active in the system.
  Incorrect Role Name: There may be a typo or incorrect role name being referenced in the transaction or program.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the role or the role may not be properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Assignment:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the "Roles" tab to see if the required role is assigned to the user.
  If not, assign the necessary role.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to check if the role exists in the system.
  If the role is missing, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Correct Role Name:
  
  Ensure that the role name being referenced is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. This may involve checking the authorization objects associated with the role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can provide insights into role management and user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on role management and authorization concepts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.