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How To Fix WP3ROLES054 - Role &1 can only be changed in SAP Enterprise Portal


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WP3ROLES - Portal Role Maintenance

  • Message number: 054

  • Message text: Role &1 can only be changed in SAP Enterprise Portal

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  • What causes this issue?

    Authorization role &V1& was created according to portal role &V2& (role
    name might appear in a shortened version) for logical system &V3&.

    System Response

    You cannot edit the role with the current transaction or function. Only
    the portal administrator is authorized to edit the contents of role
    &V1&.

    How to fix this error?

    Procedure for System Administrators

    Changes to the authorization role must be made in the portal for role
    &V2& and sent to this system.
    Then use transaction code <DS:TRAN.WP3R>WP3R</> to update the
    authorization role in the system responsible for role maintenance for
    the portal roles (view WP3ROLESYS).

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP3ROLES054 - Role &1 can only be changed in SAP Enterprise Portal ?

    SAP Error Message:
    WP3ROLES054 Role &1 can only be changed in SAP Enterprise Portal


    Cause:

    This error occurs when you try to modify a role in the SAP system that is specifically designed and maintained in the SAP Enterprise Portal (EP) rather than in the SAP backend system (like ECC or S/4HANA). Certain roles, especially those related to portal content and navigation, are managed exclusively within the Enterprise Portal environment.

    The system prevents changes to these roles in the backend to maintain consistency and integrity of portal roles and their configurations.


    Explanation:

    • Roles with names starting with Z* or Y* are usually custom roles and can be changed in the backend.
    • However, roles that are created or managed by the Enterprise Portal (e.g., portal content roles, navigation roles) are stored and maintained in the Portal system.
    • Attempting to change such a role in the backend system (using transaction PFCG or other role maintenance tools) triggers this error.

    Solution:

    • Do not attempt to change the role in the SAP backend system.
    • Instead, log in to the SAP Enterprise Portal and make the necessary changes to the role there.
    • Use the SAP Enterprise Portal Role Administration tools to modify the role.
    • If you need to assign or adjust authorizations related to backend transactions, create or modify backend roles separately and assign them accordingly.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • PFCG — Role maintenance in SAP backend (for backend roles)
      • SAP Enterprise Portal administration tools (accessed via the Portal URL)
    • Role Types:
      • Backend roles: Maintained in SAP backend (ECC/S4)
      • Portal roles: Maintained in SAP Enterprise Portal
    • SAP Notes:
      • Check SAP Notes related to portal role management for specific issues or updates.
    • Documentation:
      • SAP Enterprise Portal Administration Guide
      • SAP Help Portal for Role Management in Enterprise Portal

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Cause Attempt to change a portal role in backend system
    Solution Change the role only in SAP Enterprise Portal
    Where to change SAP Enterprise Portal Role Administration tools
    Why Portal roles are maintained exclusively in EP to ensure consistency

    If you need to perform role changes, always verify whether the role is a backend role or a portal role and use the appropriate tool accordingly.

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