How To Fix SUSR_DBMS018 - Role &1 does not exist in the DBMS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUSR_DBMS - message for data base user administration

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Role &1 does not exist in the DBMS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUSR_DBMS018 - Role &1 does not exist in the DBMS ?

  The SAP error message SUSR_DBMS018 indicates that a specific role (denoted by &1) does not exist in the Database Management System (DBMS). This error typically arises in the context of user management and authorization in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with database roles and user authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Role Not Created: The specified role has not been created in the database.
  Role Name Mismatch: There may be a typo or mismatch in the role name being referenced.
  Database Synchronization Issues: The role may exist in the SAP system but not in the underlying database due to synchronization issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to access the role may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the role.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Check if the role exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like PFCG (Profile Generator) to see if the role is defined in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Create the Role:
  
  If the role does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction PFCG. Ensure that you define the necessary authorizations and assign it to the appropriate users.
  
  
  
  Check Role Name:
  
  Ensure that the role name is correctly spelled and matches the expected format. Look for any leading or trailing spaces or special characters.
  
  
  
  Database Synchronization:
  
  If the role exists in the SAP system but not in the database, you may need to synchronize the database. This can involve checking the database connection settings and ensuring that the roles are properly replicated.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role. You may need to adjust the user's profile or roles to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to user management and roles for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  SUIM: User information system for checking authorizations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SUSR_DBMS018 error and implement a solution to resolve it.