How To Fix /SRMSMC/SCS002 - Classification profile could not be created; role is not assigned to user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SCS -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Classification profile could not be created; role is not assigned to user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SCS002 - Classification profile could not be created; role is not assigned to user ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SCS002 Classification profile could not be created; role is not assigned to user typically indicates that the user attempting to create a classification profile does not have the necessary authorization roles assigned to their user account. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The user does not have the required role that grants permission to create classification profiles.
  Authorization Issues: Even if the role is assigned, the specific authorizations within that role may not include the necessary permissions for the action being attempted.
  User Profile Configuration: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required transaction or function.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has the appropriate role that includes permissions for creating classification profiles.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Role:
  
  If the required role is not assigned, you may need to assign it. This typically requires administrative access.
  The role might be something like SRM_SCS_ADMIN or a similar role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Authorizations:
  
  If the role is assigned but the error persists, review the authorizations within that role using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the authorizations related to classification profile creation are included.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the correct roles and ensure that the user has the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new roles and authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to create the classification profile again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check for specific authorization objects related to classification profiles, such as S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and any specific objects related to the SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) module.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for details on role assignments and authorizations specific to your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create the classification profile.