How To Fix AFX_WIZARDS003 - User &1 has been locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_WIZARDS - Messages from AFX Wizards

• Message number: 003

• Message text: User &1 has been locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_WIZARDS003 - User &1 has been locked ?

  The SAP error message AFX_WIZARDS003 indicates that a user has been locked in the system. This typically occurs when a user has exceeded the maximum number of allowed login attempts or has been manually locked by an administrator for security reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeded Login Attempts: The user may have entered incorrect credentials multiple times, leading to an automatic lockout.
  Manual Locking: An administrator may have locked the user account due to security policies or other reasons.
  Password Expiration: If the user's password has expired and they have not updated it, the account may be locked.
  System Policies: Certain system configurations may automatically lock accounts after a specific number of failed login attempts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unlock the User Account:
  
  An administrator can unlock the user account using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID and click on the "Lock/Unlock" button to unlock the account.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  In transaction SU01, check the user status and ensure that the account is not locked.
  Review the "Logon Data" tab to see if the account is locked and to check for any password-related issues.
  
  
  
  Reset Password:
  
  If the password has expired, reset the password for the user in the same SU01 transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Security Policies:
  
  Check the system's security policies regarding user lockouts and failed login attempts. Adjust these settings if necessary to prevent frequent lockouts.
  
  
  
  User Education:
  
  Educate users about the importance of entering correct credentials and the process for resetting passwords.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance (for bulk unlocking)
  
  
  
  User Locking Policies: These can be configured in the system settings, typically found in the profile parameters (e.g., login/failure_action, login/failure_logon_delay, etc.).
  
  
  Audit Logs: Check the audit logs to see the reason for the lockout and to monitor for any suspicious activity.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Consult SAP Notes for any specific issues related to user locking and potential bugs or patches that may need to be applied.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AFX_WIZARDS003 error and unlock the user account effectively.