How To Fix UCM0174 - Role &1 cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Role &1 cannot be used

What causes this issue?

In the Customizing settings for data basis &V2&, you have assigned role
&V1& in the data model.
However, you can only use role &V1& if you have activated one of the
following business functions:
<LS>Financials, Group Closing</> (FIN_ACC_GROUP_CLOSE)
<LS>Financials, Group Close, Restatement Monitor</> (FIN_ACC_GC_RESTAT)

System Response

The Customizing settings for data basis &V2& are inconsistent and cannot
be saved.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the role assignment by using a role other than &V1& or check the
activation status of the business functions listed above.
Note that once you activate business functions, this <ZH>cannot</> be
reversed.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0174 - Role &1 cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message UCM0174, which states "Role &1 cannot be used," typically occurs in the context of user access management and authorization roles within the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified role (denoted by &1) is not available for use, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Role Not Active: The role may not be active or has been deactivated in the system.
  Role Not Assigned: The user may not have been assigned the role in question.
  Role Deletion: The role may have been deleted or is in a state that prevents its use.
  Authorization Issues: There may be issues with the authorizations associated with the role, such as missing or incorrect authorizations.
  Role Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Role Configuration: The role may not be properly configured or may have dependencies that are not met.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Role Status: Verify if the role is active in the system. You can do this by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG) and checking the status of the role.
  Assign Role to User: Ensure that the role is assigned to the user who is trying to access it. This can also be done in the PFCG transaction.
  Review Authorizations: Check the authorizations associated with the role to ensure they are correctly set up and that there are no missing authorizations.
  Role Transport: If the role was transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the role was successfully imported into the target system.
  Recreate Role: If the role is corrupted or has issues, consider recreating the role or restoring it from a backup if available.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific role and error message for any additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to role management include PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the UCM0174 error message.
  User Groups: Ensure that the user groups and profiles are correctly set up, as they can also affect role assignments.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.