How To Fix /SCMTMS/INS002 - Role &1 does not exist; enter a valid role

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/INS -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Role &1 does not exist; enter a valid role

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/INS002 - Role &1 does not exist; enter a valid role ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/INS002 Role &1 does not exist; enter a valid role typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user attempts to assign a role that is not defined in the system. This can happen during user role assignment or when trying to access certain functionalities that require specific roles.
  
  Cause:
  
  Role Not Defined: The role specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the role has not been created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign the role.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the role, especially if it was recently added or modified.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Check if the role mentioned in the error message exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or