How To Fix SRM_REGISTRY138 - Class role & already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_REGISTRY - Registry Maintenance

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Class role & already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_REGISTRY138 - Class role & already exists. ?

  The SAP error message SRM_REGISTRY138, which states that "Class role & already exists," typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an attempt to create or register a role that already exists in the system. This can happen during the configuration of roles and authorizations in the SRM system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Role Creation: The most common cause of this error is that a role with the same name or identifier already exists in the system. This can happen if the role was previously created and not properly deleted or if there is an attempt to create a role with the same name.
  Transport Issues: If roles are transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be conflicts if the role already exists in the target system.
  Configuration Errors: Errors in the configuration settings or inconsistencies in the role management can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Roles: 
  
  Go to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG) and check if the role already exists. If it does, you may need to modify the existing role instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename: 
  
  If the existing role is not needed, you can delete it. If you need to keep it, consider renaming the new role you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that there are no conflicts in the target system. You may need to adjust the transport settings or manually resolve conflicts.
  
  
  
  Role Synchronization: 
  
  If you are using multiple systems (e.g., development, quality assurance, production), ensure that roles are synchronized across these systems to prevent duplication issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to role management in SRM for any specific guidelines or best practices that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance) for managing roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to SRM role management that may address this error.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify roles in the system, as insufficient permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools or insights to resolve the issue.