How To Fix UCM0169 - Field &1 not assigned to a role

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM0 - Messages for Data Basis, Cons Area, ...

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Field &1 not assigned to a role

What causes this issue?

Field &V1& does not belong to the non-assigned fields, but is still not
assigned to a role.

System Response

The <DS:GLOS.3C14A7065A82D511B1250008C784EFB1>data basis</> cannot be
saved.

How to fix this error?

Either assign the field &V1& to a role, or move it to the non-assigned
fields.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0169 - Field &1 not assigned to a role ?

  The SAP error message UCM0169, which states "Field &1 not assigned to a role," typically occurs in the context of SAP's User and Role Management, particularly when dealing with authorization objects and field-level authorizations. This error indicates that a specific field (represented by &1) is not assigned to the role that the user is trying to access or utilize.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Assigned: The field in question is not included in the role's authorization profile. This can happen if the role was not properly configured to include all necessary fields.
  Role Configuration Issues: The role may have been modified or created without including all required fields for the transactions or applications being accessed.
  Transport Issues: If roles are transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be discrepancies in field assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Assignment:
  
  Go to the role maintenance transaction (e.g., PFCG).
  Check the specific role assigned to the user and verify if the field in question is included in the role's authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Role:
  
  If the field is missing, you can add it to the role:
  
  Open the role in PFCG.
  Navigate to the "Authorization" tab.
  Adjust the authorization objects to include the necessary field.
  Generate the profile after making changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After modifying the role, test the transaction or application again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If the role was transported, ensure that the transport included all necessary changes and that the target system is consistent with the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or application to understand any additional requirements for field assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SUIM (User Information System)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Understanding how authorization objects work in SAP can help in troubleshooting and configuring roles effectively.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to UCM0169 or field assignments.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the roles and authorizations they have, as well as the importance of field-level security.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCM0169 error and ensure that the necessary fields are properly assigned to the relevant roles in your SAP system.