How To Fix BV258 - Specify "&1" as the system of the substituted user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Specify "&1" as the system of the substituted user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BV258 - Specify "&1" as the system of the substituted user ?

  The SAP error message BV258, which states "Specify '&1' as the system of the substituted user," typically occurs in the context of user substitution in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific user to be defined for substitution, but that user has not been properly configured or specified.
  Cause:
  
  User Substitution Not Defined: The user substitution may not be properly set up in the system. This can happen if the user who is supposed to be substituted has not been defined in the substitution settings.
  Missing System Assignment: The system may not have the necessary information about which system the substituted user is associated with.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the substitution may not have the necessary authorizations to view or set up user substitutions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Substitution Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the user profile of the user who is supposed to be substituted.
  Ensure that the substitution is correctly defined in the Substitution tab.
  
  
  
  Define the Substituted User:
  
  Use transaction SUC01 (Substitution Management) to define the substitution rules. Make sure to specify the correct user and the system they are associated with.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct System:
  
  Ensure that the system in which the substitution is being attempted is correctly specified. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform substitutions. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for more detailed troubleshooting steps specific to your SAP version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUC01: Substitution Management
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned to perform substitutions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.