How To Fix UCM005 - Role or user does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM - Global Setting of Cons Area/Global Parameters

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Role or user does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM005 - Role or user does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UCM005 ("Role or user does not exist") typically occurs in the context of user management and authorization within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified user or role in the user master data or role definitions.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent User or Role: The user ID or role you are trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect User ID or Role Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the user ID or role name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the role or user data.
  User Deactivation: The user might be deactivated or locked in the system.
  Role Assignment Issues: The role may not be properly assigned to the user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify User/Role Existence:
  
  Check if the user ID or role exists in the system using transaction codes like SU01 for users and PFCG for roles.
  Ensure that the user ID is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  In transaction SU01, check if the user is active and not locked or deactivated.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user is supposed to have a specific role, ensure that the role is assigned to the user correctly. You can do this in transaction PFCG by checking the role's assignment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role or user data. You may need to consult with your security team to verify the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the role was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (for checking user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for UCM005 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user and role management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.