How To Fix CCSEQ071 - The validity period for user &1 was exceeded: No workflow

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCSEQ - Change sequence graph

• Message number: 071

• Message text: The validity period for user &1 was exceeded: No workflow

What causes this issue?

User &V1& has caused a cycle and must be notified via workflow.

System Response

The system does not generate a workflow because the validity period for
the user's logon was exceeded.

How to fix this error?

Check if the valid to date is correct for the logon data, and extend the
validity period, if necessary.
If you do not want to change the validity period, a user with sufficient
authorization can also remove the cycle.
You can display the cycle using transaction CCSEQ_CYCLE. To do so, enter
&V1& in the <LS>user</> selection field, and activate the selection
restriction <LS>Only as Person Responsible</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCSEQ071 - The validity period for user &1 was exceeded: No workflow ?

  The SAP error message CCSEQ071 indicates that the validity period for a user (identified by &1) has been exceeded, and as a result, no workflow can be processed for that user. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's workflow management system, particularly when dealing with user assignments and their validity periods.
  Cause:
  
  User Validity Period: Each user in SAP can have a defined validity period during which they are authorized to perform certain actions or participate in workflows. If the current date falls outside this validity period, the system will not allow the workflow to proceed for that user.
  User Status: The user may be inactive or have been deactivated in the system, which can also lead to this error.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the workflow configuration itself, such as incorrect assignment of users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Validity:
  
  Go to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and check the validity dates for the user in question. Ensure that the current date falls within the defined validity period.
  If the validity period has expired, you can extend it by updating the user’s validity dates.
  
  
  
  User Status:
  
  Ensure that the user is active. If the user is inactive, you may need to reactivate the user account.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow configuration to ensure that the user is correctly assigned to the workflow and that there are no misconfigurations.
  Check the workflow logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to participate in the workflow. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the workflow and user management in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection by Frequency
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2 to monitor workflows and identify any issues related to work items.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CCSEQ071 error and ensure that the user can participate in the necessary workflows.