How To Fix SACM_DCLS029 - Role &1 already exists as subobject of &2 in system &3 (SAP Note 2561791)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SACM_DCLS - SACM DCL Source Editor

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Role &1 already exists as subobject of &2 in system &3 (SAP Note 2561791)

What causes this issue?

This message should only appear in an SAP development system.
Further information is available in internal SAP Note 2561791.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SACM_DCLS029 - Role &1 already exists as subobject of &2 in system &3 (SAP Note 2561791) ?

  The SAP error message SACM_DCLS029 indicates that there is an attempt to create a role that already exists as a subobject of another object in the system. This typically occurs in the context of role management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with authorization roles and their assignments.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to create or assign a role that is already defined as a subobject of another role or object in the system.
  There may be a naming conflict or duplication in the role hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Roles: 
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check the existing roles in the system. Look for the role that you are trying to create or assign and verify its hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Rename or Modify:
  
  If the role you are trying to create already exists, consider renaming it or modifying its structure to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Role Deletion:
  
  If the existing role is no longer needed, you can delete it. However, ensure that this does not affect other users or processes relying on that role.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the role assignments and ensure that there are no unintended duplications or conflicts in the role hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Refer to SAP Note 2561791 for any specific instructions or updates related to this error. SAP Notes often provide detailed guidance on known issues and their resolutions.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the roles and authorizations to ensure that there are no other underlying issues causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to role management and authorization issues, as they may provide updates or patches that can resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on role management and authorization concepts to better understand the structure and hierarchy of roles.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex role hierarchies or system configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.