How To Fix BV199 - No standard user type defined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

• Message number: 199

• Message text: No standard user type defined.

What causes this issue?

Failed to identify a standard user type that is assigned for
non-classified users.

System Response

A system measurement cannot be carried out.
The user list cannot be displayed.

How to fix this error?

Go to the USMM settings and in section <ZK>Price Lists</>, select a
default user type that can be assigned for non-classified users.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BV199 - No standard user type defined. ?

  The SAP error message BV199: No standard user type defined typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with user management in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a standard user type that is required for processing a particular workflow or user-related function.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The standard user type may not be defined in the system configuration. This can happen if the necessary settings were not completed during the initial setup or if they were inadvertently changed or deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing definitions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the user type definitions.
  System Upgrade or Patch: After an upgrade or applying a patch, certain configurations may be reset or lost, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check if the user type is defined correctly.
  Use transaction code PFCG to check the roles and authorizations associated with the user type.
  
  
  
  Define Standard User Type:
  
  If the user type is missing, you may need to define it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) by navigating to the relevant section for user management or workflow configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the relevant configuration or manually recreate the missing user type.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the user type definitions. You may need to consult with your security team to verify and adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to user types and workflows for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01, PFCG, SWDD (Workflow Builder), and SWI1 (Work Item Selection).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error BV199 in the SAP Support Portal for any updates or fixes.
  User Management: Understanding the user management framework in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BV199 error and implement a solution to resolve it.