How To Fix 1FA590 - Account locked by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1FA - Betragskündigungen und Freibeträge

• Message number: 590

• Message text: Account locked by user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1FA590 - Account locked by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message "1FA590 Account locked by user &1" indicates that a user account has been locked by the user themselves or by an administrator. This typically happens after a certain number of unsuccessful login attempts or if the account is manually locked for security reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Failed Login Attempts: The user may have entered incorrect credentials multiple times, leading to an automatic lockout.
  Manual Locking: An administrator may have locked the account for security reasons or due to policy enforcement.
  Password Expiration: If the user's password has expired and they have not reset it, the account may be locked.
  User-Initiated Lock: The user may have intentionally locked their account for security purposes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unlock the Account:
  
  If you are an administrator, you can unlock the account using transaction code SU01:
  
  Enter the user ID in the User field.
  Click on the "Lock/Unlock" button (the padlock icon).
  Confirm the unlock action.
  
  
  If you are not an administrator, you will need to contact your SAP system administrator to unlock your account.
  
  
  
  Reset Password:
  
  If the account is locked due to password expiration, the user should reset their password. This can often be done through a self-service password reset tool if available, or by contacting the administrator.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the status of the user account and see if there are any other issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Review Security Policies:
  
  Ensure that the user is aware of the security policies regarding password complexity and lockout thresholds to prevent future occurrences.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance (for bulk actions)
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user status and logs)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios related to account locking.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP security documentation for best practices on user account management and security policies.
  
  
  If the issue persists or if there are additional complications, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your organization's IT security team for further assistance.