How To Fix CRM_IST_UI005 - User &1 is not assigned to a position

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_IST_UI - Message Class for Telco Contract Order Management

• Message number: 005

• Message text: User &1 is not assigned to a position

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_IST_UI005 - User &1 is not assigned to a position ?

  The SAP error message CRM_IST_UI005 indicates that a user is not assigned to a position in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when a user tries to access certain functionalities or data that require a valid position assignment.
  Cause:
  
  User Not Assigned to Position: The user attempting to perform an action does not have a position assigned in the organizational structure.
  Missing Organizational Data: The organizational data for the user may not be properly maintained or updated.
  Role and Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary roles or authorizations to access the required data or functionality.
  Position Deactivation: The position to which the user was previously assigned may have been deactivated or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign User to a Position:
  
  Go to the transaction code PPOME (or PPOC for organizational management) to check the organizational structure.
  Find the relevant position and assign the user to that position.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required functionalities.
  
  
  
  Check User Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user master data.
  Ensure that the user is correctly set up and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Organizational Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the organizational management settings are correctly configured.
  Check if the position is active and properly linked to the organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that grant access to the required transactions and data.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or System Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your HR department or system administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PPOME: Display and maintain the organizational structure.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check if the user has the necessary authorization objects related to CRM and organizational management.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user management and organizational structure in SAP CRM.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CRM_IST_UI005 and ensure that the user has the necessary position assignment to perform their tasks in the SAP system.