How To Fix SIAG_MSG169 - Role &1 cannot be deleted as it is the part of composite role &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIAG_MSG - GRC Plug-Ins message class

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Role &1 cannot be deleted as it is the part of composite role &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIAG_MSG169 - Role &1 cannot be deleted as it is the part of composite role &2 ?

  The SAP error message SIAG_MSG169 indicates that you are trying to delete a role (denoted as &1) that is part of a composite role (denoted as &2). In SAP, composite roles are roles that group together multiple single roles, and you cannot delete a single role if it is still associated with a composite role.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The role you are attempting to delete is included in a composite role.
  SAP enforces this restriction to maintain the integrity of role assignments and security configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Composite Role: Determine which composite role (&2) contains the role (&1) you are trying to delete. You can do this by checking the composite role's configuration in the SAP system.
  
  
  Remove the Role from the Composite Role:
  
  Go to the transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Enter the name of the composite role (&2).
  In the composite role maintenance screen, navigate to the "Roles" tab.
  Find the role (&1) that you want to delete and remove it from the composite role.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After removing the role from the composite role, save your changes.
  
  
  Delete the Role: Now, you should be able to delete the role (&1) without encountering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Composite Roles: These are used to bundle multiple single roles together for easier management and assignment to users.
  Role Management: Proper role management is crucial for maintaining security and access control in SAP systems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like PFCG (for role maintenance) and SUIM (for user information system) to manage roles and authorizations effectively.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always review role dependencies before making changes to avoid disruptions in user access.
  Document any changes made to roles and composite roles for future reference and audits.
  Regularly review and clean up roles and composite roles to ensure they are still relevant and necessary.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SIAG_MSG169 error and manage your roles effectively in SAP.