How To Fix 01791 - CUA target system: User distribution started in background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 791

• Message text: CUA target system: User distribution started in background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01791 - CUA target system: User distribution started in background ?

  The SAP error message "01791 CUA target system: User distribution started in background" typically occurs in the context of Central User Administration (CUA) in SAP systems. This message indicates that a user distribution process has been initiated in the background for a target system, but it may not have completed successfully or may be in progress.
  Cause:
  
  Background Job Running: The error often arises when a user distribution job is already running in the background for the target system. This can happen if a previous distribution process has not yet completed.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the CUA setup that prevent the distribution from completing successfully.
  User Locking: The user being distributed may be locked or have issues that prevent the distribution from proceeding.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the central system and the target system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Background Jobs: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs related to user distribution. Look for jobs that are currently running or have failed.
  If a job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete. If it has failed, review the job log for errors.
  
  
  
  Review CUA Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the CUA configuration is set up correctly. Check the settings in transaction SU01 for the user and in transaction SCUA for the CUA settings.
  Verify that the target system is correctly defined in the CUA setup.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  Ensure that the user being distributed is not locked or has any issues that would prevent the distribution. You can check this in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Re-run Distribution:
  
  If the background job has failed or is no longer running, you can manually trigger the user distribution again. Use transaction SCUA to initiate the distribution process.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide additional context for the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CUA Overview: Central User Administration allows for centralized management of user accounts across multiple SAP systems.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCUA: Central User Administration
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message "01791 CUA target system: User distribution started in background."