How To Fix /PLMU/AUTH_UI006 - Select a role.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/AUTH_UI -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Select a role.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/AUTH_UI006 - Select a role. ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/AUTH_UI006 Select a role typically occurs in the context of the SAP Fiori Launchpad or when using the SAP Fiori applications. This error indicates that the user has not selected a role that is associated with the application they are trying to access. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Role Assignment: The user does not have any roles assigned that are necessary to access the specific application or functionality.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  User Profile: The user profile may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to a lack of access to the required roles.
  Fiori Launchpad Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad, such as missing or incorrectly assigned catalogs and groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Assignment:
  
  Go to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and check if the user has the necessary roles assigned.
  Ensure that the roles assigned include the necessary authorizations for the application.
  
  
  
  Assign Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, assign the appropriate roles that include access to the desired Fiori applications.
  Use transaction PFCG to create or modify roles and ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Review Role Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the roles in transaction PFCG to ensure that they are correctly set up with the necessary authorizations and access to the relevant Fiori catalogs and groups.
  
  
  
  Fiori Launchpad Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the Fiori Launchpad is correctly configured, and that the necessary catalogs and groups are assigned to the roles.
  Check the Launchpad Designer to verify that the applications are correctly linked to the roles.
  
  
  
  User Profile Verification:
  
  Verify that the user profile is correctly set up and that there are no restrictions preventing access to the roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, log out and log back in to the Fiori Launchpad to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Authorization Trace: Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures after attempting to access the application. This can provide insights into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Fiori and role management for best practices and guidelines on setting up roles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.