How To Fix FB_RC205 - System user &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB_RC - Messages for Package FB_RC

• Message number: 205

• Message text: System user &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB_RC205 - System user &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message FB_RC205: System user &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a user that is not defined in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during financial transactions, user authorizations, or when executing certain programs.
  Causes:
  
  User Deletion: The user specified in the error message may have been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect User ID: The user ID may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  User Not Created: The user may not have been created in the system at all.
  Authorization Issues: The user may exist, but the current user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the user information.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the user management system in SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify User Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check if the user ID specified in the error message exists.
  If the user does not exist, you may need to create it using the same transaction.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that the user ID is entered correctly in the transaction or program that is generating the error.
  
  
  
  User Creation:
  
  If the user does not exist, create the user by filling in the necessary details in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  If the user exists but is not accessible, check the authorizations for the current user to ensure they have the necessary permissions to view or interact with the specified user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They can check system logs and configurations to identify any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as sometimes bugs or issues can be resolved with patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user management and authorization concepts to better understand how users are managed within the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.