BC_BOR191 - Password changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC_BOR - BC Training (All Courses)

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Password changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC_BOR191 - Password changed ?

  The SAP error message BC_BOR191 indicates that the password for a user has been changed, and this can affect the user's ability to access certain functionalities or systems that rely on that user account. This error typically arises in scenarios involving background jobs, RFC (Remote Function Call) connections, or when using certain SAP Business Workflow functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Password Change: The most direct cause of this error is that the password for the user account has been changed, either manually by the user or automatically by a system policy.
  Expired Password: The password may have expired, requiring a reset.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the RFC destination or the user credentials stored in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update Password: 
  
  If the password has been changed, ensure that all relevant systems, RFC destinations, and background jobs are updated with the new password.
  You can do this by going to the transaction code SM59 (RFC Destinations) and updating the password for the relevant RFC connection.
  
  
  
  Check User Credentials:
  
  Verify that the user credentials are correct and that the user is not locked or inactive. You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Reset Password:
  
  If the password has expired, reset it to a new one that complies with your organization’s password policy.
  
  
  
  Review Background Jobs:
  
  If the error occurs in the context of background jobs, check the job logs for any additional information and ensure that the job is using the correct user credentials.
  
  
  
  Check System Policies:
  
  Review any system policies that may enforce password changes or expirations to ensure they are not causing frequent disruptions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SU01: For user maintenance and password changes.
  SM37: For monitoring background jobs and checking their logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding user management and RFC connections for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BC_BOR191 error and restore functionality to the affected processes.