/CPD/CL_MSG107 - Cannot delete role; it has dependent entries

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/CL_MSG -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Cannot delete role; it has dependent entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG107 - Cannot delete role; it has dependent entries ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG107 indicates that you are trying to delete a role that has dependent entries, meaning that there are objects or assignments linked to that role that prevent its deletion. This is a common issue when managing roles in SAP, particularly in the context of authorization management.
  Cause:
  
  Dependent Objects: The role you are trying to delete has dependent objects such as users, profiles, or other roles assigned to it.
  Assigned Authorizations: The role may have authorizations assigned that are still in use or linked to other roles or users.
  Transport Requests: If the role is part of a transport request that has not been released or is still in use, it cannot be deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) to check the role's details.
  Look for any users or profiles assigned to the role. You can do this by navigating to the "User" tab in the role maintenance screen.
  Check for any authorization objects or other roles that may be linked to the role.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If there are users assigned to the role, you will need to remove those assignments first. You can do this by selecting the users and choosing the option to remove them from the role.
  If there are other roles or profiles linked, you will need to unlink or delete those dependencies.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the role is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport request is released. You can check this in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  If the transport request is still in the "modifiable" state, you may need to release it or remove the role from the transport request.
  
  
  
  Delete the Role:
  
  Once all dependencies have been removed, you can attempt to delete the role again in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If you still encounter issues, check the system logs or authorization logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance and management.
  SE09 / SE10: Transport Organizer for managing transport requests.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to role deletion or dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the dependencies preventing the deletion of the role, allowing you to successfully delete it.