How To Fix WS664 - Mandatory roles cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 664

• Message text: Mandatory roles cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS664 - Mandatory roles cannot be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WS664: Mandatory roles cannot be deleted:
  
  Error Message
  WS664: Mandatory roles cannot be deleted
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete a mandatory role in SAP. Mandatory roles are system-defined roles that are essential for the functioning of the SAP system or for specific users. These roles are protected by the system to prevent accidental deletion because their removal could lead to system inconsistencies or loss of critical authorizations.
  Mandatory roles typically include:
  
  Standard SAP roles required for basic system operations.
  Roles assigned by the system to users that cannot be removed due to system integrity.
  Roles that are part of composite roles or assigned via user master records with mandatory flags.
  
  
  Solution
  
  Do not delete mandatory roles: Since these roles are essential, the recommended approach is to not delete them.
  Check role assignment: If you want to remove a role from a user, try removing the role assignment from