How To Fix RL005 - Role with ID '&' unknown

RL005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RL - Messages of the Object Relationship Services

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Role with ID '&' unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RL005 - Role with ID '&' unknown ?

  The SAP error message RL005, which states "Role with ID '&' unknown," typically occurs when the system cannot find a specified role in the authorization management system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Role Deletion: The role may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Role ID: The role ID specified in the transaction or configuration may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the role.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or inconsistencies in the role management.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Role ID: Check the role ID you are trying to access. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  Check Role Existence: Use transaction code PFCG to check if the role exists. If it does