How To Fix 5A359 - User & does not exist in this period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 359

• Message text: User & does not exist in this period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A359 - User & does not exist in this period ?

  The SAP error message "5A359 User & does not exist in this period" typically indicates that the user specified in the transaction or report does not have a valid user profile or authorization for the specified time period. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access user-related data or reports.
  Cause:
  
  User Profile Not Active: The user may not have an active profile for the specified period. This can happen if the user was created or deactivated after the period in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data for that specific time frame.
  Date Range Mismatch: The date range specified in the transaction may not align with the user's active period.
  User Deactivation: The user might have been deactivated or removed from the system during the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Status: Verify if the user exists in the system and is active. You can do this by navigating to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the user’s status.
  Review Validity Period: Ensure that the user’s validity period covers the date range you are trying to access. You can check this in the user profile settings.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified period. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  Adjust Date Range: If possible, adjust the date range in your transaction to match the user’s active period.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the correct roles and authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to check roles assigned to the user)
  
  
  User Management: Understanding how user management works in SAP, including user creation, deactivation, and role assignment, can help prevent such issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to user management and authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.