How To Fix ESH_OM_PC040 - &1 is not a valid user ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_PC - Plausibility Check

• Message number: 040

• Message text: &1 is not a valid user ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_PC040 - &1 is not a valid user ID ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_PC040 indicates that the user ID specified is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or when dealing with user management in SAP systems. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid User ID: The user ID entered does not exist in the SAP system.
  User Deactivation: The user ID may exist but is deactivated or locked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the user ID entered.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the user management or the Enterprise Search settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Check the user ID for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the user ID is correctly entered in the relevant field.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check if the user ID exists and is active.
  If the user is locked or inactive, you may need to unlock or activate the user.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required functionality.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and make sure they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  User Creation:
  
  If the user ID does not exist, you may need to create a new user using transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the Enterprise Search or the relevant module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Check for any recent changes in the system that might have affected user management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message ESH_OM_PC040.