How To Fix WUSL201 - Role &1 has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WUSL - Messages for where-used list

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Role &1 has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WUSL201 - Role &1 has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message WUSL201 indicates that a specific role (denoted by &1) has been deleted from the system. This error typically occurs in the context of user authorization and role management within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Role Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the role has been intentionally deleted by an administrator or through a system change.
  Transport Issues: If roles are transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies or issues that lead to the role being unavailable.
  Authorization Changes: Changes in the authorization concept or restructuring of roles may lead to the deletion or unavailability of certain roles.
  System Upgrade or Migration: During system upgrades or migrations, certain roles may be deprecated or removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Existence: Verify if the role still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG) and searching for the role.
  Restore Role: If the role was deleted unintentionally, you may need to restore it from a backup or re-create it based on the previous configuration.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue is related to transport, check the transport requests to ensure that the role was included and correctly transported.
  Consult Change Logs: Review the change logs to see who deleted the role and why. This can provide insights into whether it was a planned action or an error.
  User Assignment: If users were assigned to the deleted role, you may need to reassign them to a different role that provides similar authorizations.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the next steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  Authorization Objects: Understand the authorization objects associated with the role to ensure that users have the necessary permissions.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of role changes and user assignments to track changes over time and facilitate troubleshooting.
  Best Practices: Implement best practices for role management, including regular audits and reviews of roles and authorizations to prevent issues like this in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the WUSL201 error and restore proper access for users affected by the deleted role.