How To Fix S#058 - Error reading role &1 from type &2 in client &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Error reading role &1 from type &2 in client &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#058 - Error reading role &1 from type &2 in client &3 ?

  The SAP error message S#058 indicates that there is an issue with reading a role from the system. This error typically occurs when there is a problem with the authorization roles assigned to a user or when there is a configuration issue in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  &1: This placeholder represents the name of the role that the system is trying to read.
  &2: This placeholder indicates the type of the role (e.g., single role, composite role).
  &3: This placeholder represents the client number in which the error occurred.
  
  Causes of the Error
  
  Role Does Not Exist: The specified role may not exist in the client you are trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to read the role.
  Transport Issues: If the role was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Client-Specific Issues: The role may exist in another client but not in the one you are currently using.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the role from being read correctly.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Role Existence: Verify that the role specified in the error message exists in the client. You can do this by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG) and searching for the role.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You may need to adjust the user's authorizations or roles.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the role was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the role or correct any issues that occurred during the transport.
  
  
  Client Configuration: If the role exists in another client, consider whether it needs to be created or transported to the current client.
  
  
  Database Consistency: If you suspect a database issue, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your database administrator to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  User Management: Use transaction SU01 to manage user profiles and their assigned roles.
  Authorization Checks: Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures after encountering the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the S#058 error in your SAP system.