/CPD/CL_MSG230 - Cannot delete; role is assigned to members

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/CL_MSG -

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Cannot delete; role is assigned to members

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG230 - Cannot delete; role is assigned to members ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG230 indicates that a role cannot be deleted because it is currently assigned to one or more members. This is a common issue in SAP systems when trying to manage roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete a role that is still in use. Specifically, it means that the role you are trying to delete has been assigned to users, user groups, or other entities within the system. SAP enforces this restriction to maintain data integrity and ensure that users retain the necessary authorizations to perform their tasks.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Assigned Members:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) to check the role in question.
  Enter the role name and click on the "Users" tab to see which users are assigned to the role.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If you find users assigned to the role, you will need to remove the role from these users.
  You can do this by selecting the users and clicking on the "Delete" button or by using the "User Assignment" option to manage user assignments.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Assignments:
  
  Besides users, check if the role is assigned to any user groups or other roles. You may need to remove the role from these entities as well.
  
  
  
  Delete the Role:
  
  Once all assignments have been removed, you can attempt to delete the role again in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Transport Considerations:
  
  If the role is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is not locked or in use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator for managing roles and authorizations.
  SU01: User maintenance, where you can check user assignments directly.
  SUIM: User Information System, which can help in finding users assigned to specific roles.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review role assignments to ensure that roles are not unnecessarily assigned to users.
  Maintain documentation of role assignments and changes to facilitate easier management in the future.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to role management and deletion issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the role in question.