How To Fix ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG106 - User '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG - ESH Task Manager

• Message number: 106

• Message text: User '&1' does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG106 - User '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG106, which states "User '&1' does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or when dealing with task management in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a user that is not recognized or does not exist in the user master data.
  Cause:
  
  User Not Created: The user specified in the error message has not been created in the SAP system.
  User Deactivation: The user might exist but has been deactivated or locked.
  Incorrect User ID: There may be a typo or incorrect user ID being referenced in the task or configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, leading to the system not recognizing them properly.
  System Configuration: There could be issues with the configuration of the task manager or the search system that is causing the user to be unrecognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check if the user exists.
  If the user does not exist, create the user with the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  If the user exists, check if the user is active. Ensure that the user is not locked or deactivated.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Double-check the user ID being referenced in the error message for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions they are trying to execute. You can check this in transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the task manager and ESH to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction EHS or related configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SLG1: Application Log
  EHS: Enterprise Search Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.