How To Fix RPM_UTILITIES085 - No global role assigned to role &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_UTILITIES - Messages for Tools and Utilities

• Message number: 085

• Message text: No global role assigned to role &1

What causes this issue?

No global role has been assigned to role &V1& in table RPM_ROLE. The
role belongs to project &V3&. Verify that you do not require an
assignment to a global role.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Source table of this check:
Table: &V4&
GUID: &V2&
Target table of this check:
Table: RPM_ROLE
GUID: &V2&
GLOBAL_ROLE_GUID: SPACE
<ZH>Error: No value has been specified for field GLOBAL_ROLE_GUID. </>

System Response

How to fix this error?

Possible solutions for this error:
The program provides you with a repair possibility to directly assign a
global role to this role. Click the 'Modify' link and select a global
role, then execute the repair.
Note: This will NOT copy qualifications, terms or the location from the
global role to the role.
You can assign a global role to your role in the portal by selecting
project &V3& and role &V1&.
There is a possibility that this role is no longer linked to an project
and should be possibly manually deleted. Check whether the report
indicates additional errors for role GUID &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES085 - No global role assigned to role &1 ?

  The SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES085 indicates that there is no global role assigned to the specified role in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Role Management, particularly when dealing with the assignment of roles to users or when trying to perform actions that require a global role.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Global Role Assignment: The role you are trying to use does not have a global role assigned to it. Global roles are necessary for certain functionalities and permissions within the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the role management settings, leading to the absence of a global role.
  Role Deletion or Modification: The global role might have been deleted or modified, which can lead to this error when trying to access or assign the affected role.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Global Role:
  
  Go to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG).
  Find the role that is causing the error.
  Check the role's settings and ensure that a global role is assigned to it.
  If no global role is assigned, you can create a new global role or assign an existing one that meets the necessary requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Role Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the role to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Ensure that all necessary authorizations and profiles are included in the role.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on role management and the specific requirements for global roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the role assignment again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team, as they can provide insights into role management and permissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to role management include PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Role Management Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for role management in SAP to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RPM_UTILITIES085 error and ensure that the necessary global roles are properly assigned to the roles in your SAP system.