How To Fix BD082 - User & has the incorrect user type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BD - cross-application: data transfer

• Message number: 082

• Message text: User & has the incorrect user type

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a user with an incorrect type.

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?

Choose a user with either a dialog or batch type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BD082 - User & has the incorrect user type ?

  The SAP error message BD082 indicates that a user has been assigned an incorrect user type for the operation they are trying to perform. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Data (BD) or ALE (Application Link Enabling) settings, where specific user types are required for certain functions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect User Type Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate user type assigned in the system. For example, a user might be assigned a dialog user type when a communication user type is required.
  User Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ALE or IDoc settings that are causing the user type mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Type:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is generating the error.
  Check the user type assigned to the user. Ensure that it is appropriate for the tasks they need to perform (e.g., communication user for background processing).
  
  
  
  Modify User Type:
  
  If the user type is incorrect, change it to the appropriate type. For example, if the user needs to send IDocs, ensure they are set as a communication user.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the actions the user is trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Review the ALE configuration settings in transaction SALE to ensure that the system is set up correctly for the intended communication.
  Ensure that the logical systems and partner profiles are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to user types and ALE configuration for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  User Types in SAP:
  
  Dialog User: For interactive users who log on to the SAP GUI.
  Service User: For background processing, typically used for batch jobs.
  Communication User: For non-interactive communication, such as IDoc processing.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SALE: ALE Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to user types and configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.