How To Fix SOI1791 - &1: Role could not be retrieved from statement (logical statememt &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI1 - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages continued

• Message number: 791

• Message text: &1: Role could not be retrieved from statement (logical statememt &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI1791 - &1: Role could not be retrieved from statement (logical statememt &2) ?

  The SAP error message SOI1791 indicates that a role could not be retrieved from a logical statement. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's authorization management, particularly when dealing with roles and authorizations in the system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Role: The role specified in the logical statement may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the statement may not have the necessary authorizations to access the role.
  Incorrect Logical Statement: The logical statement itself may be incorrectly defined or may reference a role that is not properly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the role was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing components.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the authorization objects or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SOI1791 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Role Existence: Verify that the role mentioned in the logical statement actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG) and searching for the role.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the statement has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You may need to adjust the user's profile or roles to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  Validate Logical Statement: Review the logical statement for any syntax errors or incorrect references. Ensure that it is correctly defined and points to valid roles.
  
  
  Transport Validation: If the role was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. Ensure that the role is properly activated in the target system.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of authorization objects and profiles to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the relevant authorization objects associated with the role.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to authorization management for any specific guidance on the error.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution of the logical statement and identify where the failure occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System) for managing roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address the SOI1791 error.
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding the basics of SAP authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.