The SAP SuccessFactors 2H 2026 release introduces an updated reference for Designing Permission Roles, providing
administrators and implementation consultants with a structured foundation for role design discussions and initial system
configuration. The initial design focuses on the most common permission roles used across the SAP SuccessFactors Employee
Central Core business scenario, covering each role’s typical scope, purpose, and baseline permissions. This post walks through
the key attributes that shape role design and the common roles that serve as a starting point for building a secure, scalable, and
well-governed permission model.
What This Reference Covers
The Designing Permission Roles documentation serves as a practical starting point for role
