How To Fix RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON011 - User group &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON - Central Person

• Message number: 011

• Message text: User group &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON011 - User group &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON011 indicates that the user group specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Resource and Portfolio Management (RPM) module when trying to assign a user to a group that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent User Group: The user group you are trying to reference has not been created in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the user group name or ID that you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the user group.
  Configuration Issues: The user group may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Group Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SU01 for user maintenance or PFCG for role maintenance) and verify if the user group exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create User Group:
  
  If the user group is missing, you can create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., PP01 for maintaining user groups in HR).
  Ensure that you provide the correct details and save the new user group.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that the user group name is spelled correctly and matches the existing groups.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the user group. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to user groups in the RPM module for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the user group was recently deleted or modified, check with your SAP Basis or configuration team to understand any changes that may have affected the user group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01, PFCG, and PP01 for user and role management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to user groups in the RPM module.
  User Group Management: Understand the purpose of user groups in SAP, which is to manage user authorizations and access to various functionalities within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.