How To Fix BV259 - Specify "&1" as the client of the substituted user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

• Message number: 259

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BV259 - Specify "&1" as the client of the substituted user ?

  The SAP error message BV259, which states "Specify '&1' as the client of the substituted user," typically occurs in the context of user substitution or delegation in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system requires a specific client to be defined for the user who is being substituted.
  Cause:
  
  User Substitution Configuration: The error often arises when a user is trying to substitute another user without specifying the client in which the substitution is valid.
  Missing Client Information: The client information for the substituted user may not be properly configured in the user master record.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the substitution may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action in the specified client.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Master Record:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the user master record of the substituted user.
  Ensure that the client is correctly specified in the user settings.
  
  
  
  Specify Client in Substitution:
  
  When setting up the substitution, ensure that you specify the correct client for the user being substituted. This can usually be done in the substitution configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Substitution Settings:
  
  Navigate to transaction SU_SUBSTITUTION to review the substitution settings.
  Ensure that the substitution is correctly defined and that the client is specified.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user attempting the substitution has the necessary authorizations in the specified client. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to user substitution and delegation for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU_SUBSTITUTION: User Substitution
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate 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 consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.