How To Fix SOBL_MESSAGE202 - Role inconsistency: Mapping could not be created!

SOBL_MESSAGE202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOBL_MESSAGE - Object Relationship Service Messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Role inconsistency: Mapping could not be created!

What causes this issue?

A role inconsistency between the role types of the old and the role
types of the new relationship type was detected.

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?

The cause of this error is that a role mapping already exists that is
preventing the creation of the relationship type requested. You must
either cancel this mapping, or generate a new relationship type from
the old one. When generation takes place, the new role types are
automatically selected (if a role mapping exists) or generated (if a
role mapping does not exist) for the role types.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOBL_MESSAGE202 - Role inconsistency: Mapping could not be created! ?

  The SAP error message SOBL_MESSAGE202 indicates a role inconsistency, specifically that a mapping could not be created. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with role assignments in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have the necessary roles assigned, or there may be inconsistencies in the role definitions.
  Missing Authorizations: The user might lack the required authorizations to create or modify mappings.
  Configuration Errors: There could be misconfigurations in the workflow or role management settings.
  Transport Issues: If roles were transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies in the transport process.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be caused by bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that need to be applied.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Role Assignments:
  
  Verify that the user has the correct roles assigned. You can do this by navigating to