How To Fix SACM_ADMIN036 - Role with ID=&1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SACM_ADMIN - Access Control Management Administration

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Role with ID=&1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SACM_ADMIN036 - Role with ID=&1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SACM_ADMIN036, which states "Role with ID=&1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP systems when there is an attempt to reference a role that is not defined or has been deleted in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during user role assignments, authorization checks, or when configuring security settings.
  Cause:
  
  Role Deletion: The role with the specified ID has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Role ID: The role ID being referenced is incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If roles are transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport not including the role.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to access the role may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Role ID: Check the role ID being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correct and exists in the system.
  Role Creation: If the role does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Check Transport Requests: If the role was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request was successful and included the role.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage roles. You may need to adjust the user's authorizations or roles.
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to ensure that all roles and authorizations are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator for managing roles and authorizations.
  SU01: User Maintenance, where you can assign roles to users.
  SUIM: User Information System, useful for checking role assignments and authorizations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to role management and authorization errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools and insights to diagnose and resolve the issue.