How To Fix ACO_BSP016 - User &1 is not a valid staffing responsible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACO_BSP - Messages for Package ACO_BSP

• Message number: 016

• Message text: User &1 is not a valid staffing responsible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACO_BSP016 - User &1 is not a valid staffing responsible ?

  The SAP error message ACO_BSP016 indicates that the user specified is not recognized as a valid staffing responsible person in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when trying to assign a staffing responsible person to a position or role.
  Cause:
  
  User Not Defined: The user ID entered does not exist in the system or is not properly defined as a staffing responsible person.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to be assigned as a staffing responsible person.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system may not include the user as a valid staffing responsible.
  Inactive User: The user account may be inactive or locked, preventing it from being recognized as valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Existence: Verify that the user ID exists in the system. You can do this by checking the user master record in transaction SU01.
  Assign Staffing Responsibility: Ensure that the user is assigned the appropriate role or responsibility in the organizational structure. This can be done in transaction PPOME or similar transactions related to organizational management.
  Review Authorizations: Check the authorization profiles assigned to the user to ensure they have the necessary permissions to act as a staffing responsible person.
  Activate User: If the user is inactive, reactivate the user account in transaction SU01.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings in the system to ensure that the user is included in the staffing responsible list. This may involve checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 1001 for relationships).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure staffing responsibilities.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user management and organizational management include:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PPOME: Change Organizational Structure
  PPOSE: Display Organizational Structure
  
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes related to staffing responsibilities may include:
  
  Infotype 1001 (Relationships)
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or HR team for further assistance.