How To Fix S#353 - Comparison of indirect assignments of single role & incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Comparison of indirect assignments of single role & incomplete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#353 - Comparison of indirect assignments of single role & incomplete ?

  The SAP error message S#353, which states "Comparison of indirect assignments of single role & incomplete," typically occurs in the context of role management and authorization assignments within the SAP system. This error is often related to issues with user roles, authorizations, or the way roles are assigned to users.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Role Assignment: The error may arise when a user has been assigned a role that is not fully defined or is missing necessary authorizations.
  Indirect Role Assignment Issues: If a user is assigned a role indirectly (e.g., through a derived role or a composite role), and that role has incomplete or conflicting authorizations, it can trigger this error.
  Role Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the role definitions, such as missing objects or incorrect settings that prevent proper comparison of the roles.
  Transport Issues: If roles have been transported from one system to another, there may be discrepancies in the role definitions or authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Definitions: Review the role definitions in the SAP system to ensure that all necessary authorizations are included and that there are no missing objects.
  Validate Indirect Assignments: If the user is assigned roles indirectly, check the parent roles or composite roles to ensure they are complete and correctly defined.
  Use Transaction PFCG: Go to transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that all roles are active and properly configured.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the roles using transaction SUIM (User Information System) to identify any inconsistencies or missing authorizations.
  Reassign Roles: If necessary, reassign the roles to the user or create new roles with the required authorizations to resolve the issue.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding the difference between single roles, composite roles, and derived roles is crucial for effective role management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the S#353 error in your SAP system.