How To Fix UE015 - No role found for search pattern &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UE - Messages in the user and authorizations environment

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No role found for search pattern &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UE015 - No role found for search pattern & ?

  The SAP error message UE015 "No role found for search pattern &" typically occurs when a user tries to access a transaction or function that requires a specific role, but the system cannot find any roles that match the search criteria provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The user does not have the necessary roles assigned to their user profile.
  Incorrect Search Pattern: The search pattern used to find roles may be incorrect or too broad, leading to no matches.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the roles.
  Role Deactivation: The role may exist but could be inactive or deactivated in the system.
  User Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user profile or the user master record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the "Roles" tab to see if the required roles are assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the required roles are not assigned, you may need to assign them using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles are active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Search Pattern:
  
  Ensure that the search pattern used to find roles is correct. If you are using wildcards, make sure they are used appropriately.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the roles. This may involve checking the authorization objects associated with the roles.
  
  
  
  Role Activation:
  
  If the role exists but is inactive, you can activate it in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the correct roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for role management and user authorizations for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UE015 error message in SAP.