How To Fix AQ801 - User group & has not yet been created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 801

• Message text: User group & has not yet been created

What causes this issue?

You attempted to access a user group that does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create the user group first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ801 - User group & has not yet been created ?

  The SAP error message AQ801 indicates that a user group has not yet been created in the system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a specific user group, but that group has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  User Group Not Created: The primary cause of this error is that the user group specified in the transaction or process does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the user management settings or the user group assignment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create user groups.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AQ801 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Create the User Group:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Navigate to the "User Groups" tab.
  Create a new user group by entering the required details and saving the entry.
  
  
  
  Check Existing User Groups:
  
  Use transaction code SU03 (Maintain Authorizations) to check if the user group exists.
  If it does exist, ensure that the user is assigned to the correct user group.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the user group. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for specific guidelines on user group management.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with an SAP consultant to ensure that the user management settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Groups in SAP: User groups are used to manage user authorizations and access rights in SAP. They help in organizing users based on their roles and responsibilities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU03 (Maintain Authorizations), and SU10 (Mass User Maintenance) for managing user groups and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to user group management that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AQ801 error and ensure that the necessary user groups are created and configured correctly in your SAP system.