How To Fix 61669 - The settings for user & have been reset to the default settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 669

• Message text: The settings for user & have been reset to the default settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61669 - The settings for user & have been reset to the default settings ?

  The SAP error message 61669 indicates that the user-specific settings for a particular user have been reset to the default settings. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in addressing the issue.
  Cause:
  
  User Profile Reset: The user profile may have been reset by an administrator or through a system process, which can happen during system upgrades or maintenance.
  Transport Requests: If a transport request was moved to the production environment that included changes to user profiles, it could lead to the resetting of user-specific settings.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in system configuration or user authorizations can also lead to the resetting of user settings.
  User Deactivation and Reactivation: If a user account is deactivated and then reactivated, it may revert to default settings.
  Profile Management: If the user is assigned a new profile that does not include their previous settings, it can lead to this message.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Profile: Verify the user profile settings in transaction SU01. Ensure that the correct profile is assigned to the user.
  Reapply Custom Settings: If the user had specific settings, they may need to be reapplied manually after the reset.
  Review Transport Requests: Check if any recent transport requests might have affected user settings. If so, you may need to revert or adjust those changes.
  Consult with System Administrator: If you are not an administrator, consult with your SAP Basis or security team to understand why the settings were reset and if they can restore the previous configuration.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain their settings. Sometimes, lack of authorization can lead to unexpected resets.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any related messages or errors that might provide more context on why the settings were reset.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to user settings and profiles.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding user management and profile settings for best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to SAP support for further investigation.