How To Fix S#309 - Role &1 is missing in request &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Role &1 is missing in request &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#309 - Role &1 is missing in request &2. ?

  The SAP error message S#309 indicates that a specific role (denoted as &1) is missing in a transport request (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs during the transport of roles and authorizations between different SAP systems, such as from a development system to a quality assurance or production system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The role that is being referenced in the transport request is not assigned or does not exist in the target system.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may not have been properly created or may have been modified incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the transport may not have the necessary authorizations to access the role or the transport request.
  System Configuration: There may be discrepancies in the configuration of the source and target systems, leading to missing roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Existence: Verify that the role specified in the error message exists in the target system. You can do this by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG) and checking if the role is present.
  Transport Request Review: Review the transport request to ensure that it includes all necessary roles and authorizations. If the role is missing, you may need to add it to the transport request.
  Recreate the Role: If the role does not exist in the target system, you may need to recreate it or transport it from the source system again.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user performing the transport has the necessary authorizations to access the roles and the transport request.
  System Synchronization: Ensure that both the source and target systems are synchronized in terms of roles and authorizations. This may involve checking for any discrepancies in role definitions or authorizations.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to transport issues and role management for specific guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport management and role administration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S#309 error and successfully transport the required roles and authorizations.