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 correct the name if there was a typo.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Role:
  
  If the role does not exist, you can create it in PFCG.
  If it exists but is not assigned correctly, ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Role to User:
  
  If the role exists, ensure that it is assigned to the user who is encountering the error. This can also be done in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. This may involve checking the user's profile and roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the role was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the relevant system (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific role and its requirements in the context of SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SUIM - User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on role management in SAP TM.
  
  
  User Groups: Ensure that the user is part of the correct user groups that have access to the required roles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the necessary roles are correctly defined and assigned in your SAP system.