How To Fix RTCMMD017 - Role & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Role & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD017 - Role & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD017 typically indicates that a specific role or authorization object does not exist in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a transaction, report, or function that requires certain authorizations that are not assigned to the user.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role: The user does not have the required role assigned to their user profile.
  Role Deletion: The role may have been deleted or is not active in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The authorization objects associated with the role may not be properly configured or may be missing.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the "Roles" tab to see if the required role is assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the role is missing, you may need to assign it to the user. This can be done by an administrator with the necessary permissions.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to create or modify roles as needed.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  In transaction PFCG, check if the role exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the authorization objects within the role are correctly configured. You can do this in transaction PFCG by editing the role and checking the authorization data.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the role was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the role or manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific role or authorization objects to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects that are required for the role in question.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the error message RTCMMD017.
  
  
  User Groups: Ensure that the user is part of the appropriate user groups that may have additional roles assigned.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.