What is role transfer in SAP EP-PIN-ROL - Roles?

SAP Term: role transfer

• Component: EP-PIN-ROL

• Component Name: Roles

• Description: Technical process of transferring the portal role definitions and user assignments to the SAP system responsible for maintaining roles within the SAP system landscape. The portal offers a tool for transferring the data. This tool can be called from the system administration role.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Role transfer is a feature of the SAP Enterprise Portal (EP) that allows users to transfer roles from one user to another. This feature is part of the EP-PIN-ROL Roles component, which is used to manage roles and authorizations in the portal. Role transfer allows users to quickly and easily assign roles to other users without having to manually configure each role. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use role transfer, first log into the SAP Enterprise Portal. Then, navigate to the EP-PIN-ROL Roles component. From there, select the “Role Transfer” option. You will then be able to select the user you want to transfer the role to, as well as the role you want to transfer. Once you have selected these options, click “Transfer” and the role will be transferred to the new user. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When transferring roles, it is important to make sure that the user you are transferring the role to has the necessary authorizations for that role. If they do not have the necessary authorizations, they will not be able to access or use the role properly. Additionally, it is important to remember that role transfers are permanent and cannot be undone. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on role transfer and other features of EP-PIN-ROL Roles, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic. Additionally, if you have any questions or need help with using this feature, please contact your local SAP support team for assistance.