How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH096 - Role &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Role &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH096 - Role &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH096 indicates that a specific role (denoted as &1 in the message) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when a user or process attempts to access a role that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Role Not Created: The role specified in the error message has not been created in the SAP system.
  Role Deleted: The role may have been deleted or is no longer active.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the role name being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the role.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Check if the role exists in the system by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG).
  If the role does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that the role name is spelled correctly in the configuration or user assignment.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the role is supposed to be assigned to a user, ensure that the user has been assigned the correct role in their user profile.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You may need to adjust the user's authorizations or roles.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the role was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the role was included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific role and its purpose within the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG (Role Maintenance) - To create or manage roles.
  SU01 (User Maintenance) - To manage user assignments to roles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to role management and authorization errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Concept: 
  
  Familiarize yourself with the SAP authorization concept, which includes roles, profiles, and authorizations to better understand how to manage access.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.