How To Fix RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG_EX001 - Unable to create name mapping for role '&1'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG_EX -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Unable to create name mapping for role '&1'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG_EX001 - Unable to create name mapping for role '&1'. ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HTAU_CL_MSG_EX001 Unable to create name mapping for role '&1' typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with the mapping of roles, particularly when integrating with SAP HANA or other systems.
  Cause:
  
  Role Not Found: The specified role (&1) may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the role mappings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings related to role management or name mapping.
  System Errors: Temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Role Existence: Check if the role specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the role management area in SAP (e.g., transaction code PFCG).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify roles. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Review Configuration: Look into the configuration settings related to role mapping and ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking settings in both SAP BW and SAP HANA if applicable.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Restart Services: If the issue seems to be temporary, consider restarting relevant services or the entire system to clear any transient errors.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to role management and name mapping for any specific guidance or patches that may address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  SAP Help Portal: Review the official SAP Help documentation for guidance on role management and name mapping.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.