How can I enable super user mode in camunda 8 self managed?

Camunda 8 Topics Discussion & Questions
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Greetings everyone, I would like to know how I can enable super user mode in self-managed camunda 8 running on docker compose.

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@Domingos_Dias To enable super user mode permissions in Camunda 8, you must assign specific roles and permissions through Camunda Identity and the Web Modeler. Here are the precise steps, referencing current official documentation:

  • Assign the user the organization Owner or Admin role.
  • Assign the user the Web Modeler Admin role. If this role does not exist, create it with the following minimum permissions:
    • Web Modeler Internal API: write:* and admin:*
    • Camunda Identity Resource Server: read:users[3].

Once these roles are assigned or confirmed, the user can access super user mode via the Web Modeler user menu. In this mode, the user temporarily gains Project Admin access to all projects, which allows management of “orphaned projects” and organization-wide administrative tasks[3].

Details and caveats:

  • These permissions need to be configured within the Camunda Identity administration interface[2][4].
  • Super user mode is only available for users with both the Owner/Admin and Web Modeler Admin roles in the organization[3].
  • If you still do not see the super user mode option, ensure the deployment is Camunda 8.6 or newer and roles are properly synced in Camunda Identity[1][3].

Note:
The specific permissions and steps may vary slightly between self-managed and SaaS environments, and some advanced features might differ[3]. Always consult the [Camunda 8 Docs][3] for the latest updates.

If you need step-by-step instructions to create or assign roles and permissions, let me know.

Sources
[1] Unable to activate super-user mode in 8.6 Self Managed Unable to activate super-user mode in 8.6 Self Managed
[2] Add and assign a permission to a role - Camunda 8 Docs Manage permissions | Camunda 8 Docs
[3] Collaborate with your team - Camunda 8 Docs Collaborate with your team | Camunda 8 Docs
[4] Manage access and permissions | Camunda 8 Docs - Console Manage access and permissions | Camunda 8 Docs
[5] Authorization Service | docs.camunda.org Authorization Service | docs.camunda.org
[6] Collaborate with your team | Camunda 8 Docs Collaborate with your team | Camunda 8 Docs
[7] Manage users of your organization | Camunda 8 Docs Manage users of your organization | Camunda 8 Docs
[8] Authorization Management | docs.camunda.org Authorization Management | docs.camunda.org
[9] Securing Camunda 8 self-managed cluster and applications behind … Securing Camunda 8 self-managed cluster and applications behind a directory | Camunda
[10] Camunda 8.4: Simplifying Installation and Enhancing the User … Camunda 8.4: Simplifying Installation and Enhancing the User Experience | Camunda