How To Fix UGMD2052 - Data was not saved; role &1 does not exist in appl. object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD2 - Master Data Maintenance (SEM: FIN Basis)

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Data was not saved; role &1 does not exist in appl. object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD2052 - Data was not saved; role &1 does not exist in appl. object &2 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD2052 indicates that there is an issue with a role that is being referenced in the application object. Specifically, the error states that the role &1 does not exist in the application object &2. This typically occurs in the context of authorization management or when trying to assign roles to users or objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Role: The role specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, the role being deleted, or it never being created.
  Incorrect Application Object: The application object referenced may not be correctly configured or may not support the role being assigned.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign the role.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Role Existence:
  
  Check if the role specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG) and searching for the role.
  If the role does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference to the correct role.
  
  
  
  Check Application Object:
  
  Ensure that the application object referenced in the error message is correctly configured and supports the role you are trying to assign.
  Review the configuration of the application object to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the action has the necessary authorizations to manage roles and application objects. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Correct Role Assignment:
  
  If the role is supposed to exist but is not found, check if it has been renamed or if there are any transport issues that may have caused it to be missing in the current environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application object and role management for any additional insights or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SUIM (User Information System)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to role management and authorization errors.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and context of the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UGMD2052 error and implement a solution to resolve it.