How To Fix RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON022 - Start menu not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON - Central Person

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Start menu not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON022 - Start menu not found ?

  The SAP error message RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON022, which states "Start menu not found," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Role and Authorization Management, particularly when dealing with the SAP NetWeaver Portal or SAP GUI. This error indicates that the system is unable to locate the start menu for a specific user or role.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The user may not have the necessary roles assigned that include the start menu.
  Authorization Issues: The user may lack the required authorizations to access the start menu.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the SAP system or the portal that prevent the start menu from being displayed.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be set up correctly, or the user may not be properly defined in the system.
  System Updates or Changes: Recent updates or changes to the system may have affected the availability of the start menu.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned. You can do this by navigating to the user management area (transaction code SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures. This will help identify if the user is missing any necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the start menu in the SAP system or portal. Ensure that the start menu is correctly set up and that all necessary components are active.
  
  
  
  User Profile Verification:
  
  Ensure that the user profile is correctly defined. Check for any inconsistencies or missing information in the user profile.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  SLG1 (Application Log)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to navigate the SAP system and understand the role-based access.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RPM_CENTRAL_PERSON022 error effectively.