How To Fix WP3ROLES034 - Portal role data is incomplete (no header entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP3ROLES - Portal Role Maintenance

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Portal role data is incomplete (no header entry)

What causes this issue?

The portal has transferred role assignment data for users, but the role
header data is missing. Therefore the system cannot display the
original name of the portal role.

System Response

The item is flagged with a warning message because this is an
inconsistency that is probably caused by either a manipulation of the
database tables or a program error during the data transfer process.

How to fix this error?

You can continue to work with the portal role, but you should try to
transfer the data from the portal to the SAP system again.
If the problem does not disappear, contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the SAP Notes for a possible solution.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP3ROLES034 - Portal role data is incomplete (no header entry) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WP3ROLES034 Portal role data is incomplete (no header entry)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the portal role data in the SAP system is incomplete, specifically when the header entry for a portal role is missing. The header entry contains essential metadata about the role, such as role name, description, and other key attributes. Without this header, the system cannot properly process or display the portal role.
  Common scenarios causing this error include:
  
  Incomplete or corrupted role import/export.
  Manual changes or inconsistencies in the role data.
  Transport issues where the role header was not properly transported.
  Incomplete synchronization between SAP NetWeaver Portal and backend systems.
  Missing or inconsistent entries in the role repository tables (e.g., USOBT_C, USOBT_C_T, or portal-specific tables).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WP3ROLES034 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Role Consistency:
  
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to check the role.
  Try to open the role and verify if the header information is present.
  If the role cannot be opened or shows inconsistencies, it indicates missing header data.
  
  
  
  Re-import or Recreate the Role:
  
  If the role was imported via transport, try re-importing the transport request.
  If the role was manually created or modified, consider recreating the role to ensure all header data is correctly created.
  
  
  
  Use Role Repair Tools:
  
  SAP provides some standard reports and tools to check and repair role inconsistencies.
  For example, run report RSUSR003 or RSUSR200 to check user and role assignments.
  Check SAP Notes for any specific repair tools related to portal roles.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Portal Roles:
  
  If the portal role is managed in SAP NetWeaver Portal, perform a synchronization between the backend system and the portal.
  Use transaction PFCG to generate the role again and then synchronize with the portal.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs and Tables:
  
  Verify transport logs to ensure the role header was transported correctly.
  Check relevant tables (AGR_DEFINE, AGR_1251, AGR_USERS, portal role tables) for missing entries.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WP3ROLES034.
  For example, SAP Note 1234567 (example number) might provide a patch or detailed instructions.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing role details and system logs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SUIM - User Information System (to check roles and authorizations)
  SPRO - Customizing (for portal configuration)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  AGR_DEFINE - Role definitions (header data)
  AGR_1251 - Role authorizations
  Portal-specific tables depending on your SAP NetWeaver version.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Always check the SAP Support Portal for the latest notes related to portal roles and authorization errors.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always transport roles using standard SAP transport mechanisms.
  Avoid manual changes directly in database tables.
  Regularly synchronize portal roles if using SAP NetWeaver Portal.
  Backup roles before making major changes.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, system version, portal usage), I can help tailor the solution further.