00336 - &, user .&. is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 336

• Message text: &, user .&. is invalid

What causes this issue?

Error creating a batch input session.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact the person in charge.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00336 - &, user .&. is invalid ?

  The SAP error message "00336: User & is invalid" typically indicates that the user ID specified in the transaction or process is not recognized by the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  User Not Created: The user ID may not have been created in the SAP system.
  User Deactivation: The user ID may have been deactivated or locked.
  Incorrect User ID: There may be a typo or error in the user ID being entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Client-Specific Issues: The user may exist in a different client but not in the one you are currently logged into.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check if the user ID exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Activate/Unlock User:
  
  If the user exists but is locked or inactive, you can unlock or activate the user in transaction SU01 by selecting the user and choosing the appropriate options.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Double-check the user ID for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are entering the correct user ID.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Client Check:
  
  Make sure you are in the correct client. You can check the client number in the SAP GUI. If the user exists in another client, you may need to log into that client.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  
  
  User Management: Understanding user roles and authorizations is crucial for managing user access in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user management and authorization concepts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the "00336: User & is invalid" error message in SAP.