How To Fix COM_DML_ENGINE187 - Inactive state of user & was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_ENGINE - MDF Processing Layer

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Inactive state of user & was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE187 - Inactive state of user & was deleted ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE187 indicates that a user is in an inactive state and has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of user management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with user authorizations and roles.
  Cause:
  
  User Deactivation: The user account has been deactivated or marked as inactive in the system.
  User Deletion: The user account has been deleted from the system, which means that the system can no longer find the user in its database.
  Role Assignment Issues: If the user was assigned specific roles or authorizations, and those roles are linked to a user that is inactive or deleted, it can trigger this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the user data or in the authorization data that reference the inactive or deleted user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reactivate the User: If the user account was deactivated but should still be active, you can reactivate it using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user status is set to active.
  Restore Deleted User: If the user was deleted and needs to be restored, you may need to recreate the user account in the system. This can also be done using transaction code SU01.
  Check Role Assignments: Review the roles and authorizations assigned to the user. If they reference the inactive or deleted user, you may need to update or remove those assignments.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on user data and authorizations to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like SUIM (User Information System) to analyze user roles and authorizations.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further investigation and resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  User Management: Understanding how user accounts are managed in SAP, including activation, deactivation, and deletion processes.
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarity with how authorizations and roles are assigned to users and how they can affect system access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message COM_DML_ENGINE187 effectively.