How To Fix /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE_ASGT012 - Only &1 of the &2 selected role assignments removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE_ASGT -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Only &1 of the &2 selected role assignments removed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE_ASGT012 - Only &1 of the &2 selected role assignments removed ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE_ASGT012 indicates that when attempting to remove role assignments in the SAP system, only a portion of the selected role assignments was successfully removed. The message typically states something like "Only &1 of the &2 selected role assignments removed," where &1 represents the number of successfully removed assignments and &2 represents the total number of selected assignments.
  Cause:
  This error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to remove all selected role assignments. Some roles may be protected or have dependencies that prevent their removal.
  Role Dependencies: Certain roles may be linked to other roles or have dependencies that prevent them from being removed.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict the removal of specific roles.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity of the role assignments, such as inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to remove the role assignments has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  Review Role Dependencies: Investigate if the roles you are trying to remove have dependencies on other roles. You can use transaction codes like PFCG to check the role definitions and their dependencies.
  
  
  Remove Roles Individually: If you are trying to remove multiple roles at once, try removing them one at a time to identify which specific role is causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the role assignments could not be fully removed.
  
  
  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 transaction codes like PFCG (Role Maintenance) and SU01 (User Maintenance) for managing roles and authorizations.
  Role Management Best Practices: Implement best practices for role management, including regular audits of role assignments and ensuring that users have only the necessary roles for their job functions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message /PLMB/AUTH_ROLE_ASGT012.